Match overview
On January 21, 2025, Bangladesh Women took a decisive 60‑run win against West Indies Women in the second One Day International of the series. The encounter was played at Warner Park in Basseterre, St Kitts, under clear skies and a buzzing crowd eager to see how the two sides would shape up after the opening game.
Bangladesh posted 184 for 10 in 48.5 overs. The innings was anchored by a steady 45‑run stand between openers and a late surge from the lower order that pushed the total beyond the 180‑run mark. West Indies, on the other hand, could only manage 124 all out in just 35 overs, folding under disciplined bowling and tight field placements.
Pre‑match betting odds had slightly favored Bangladesh, with many analysts pointing to their recent form in limited‑overs cricket and the home‑ground advantage. The actual result aligned with those predictions, but the margin of victory was larger than most forecasters had expected.
Key performances and stats
The player of the match award went to Bangladesh’s pace bowler Nahida Akter, who claimed three wickets for 22 runs in her four‑over spell. Her ability to swing the ball both ways put the West Indian batters under constant pressure.
- Bangladesh batting: Top scorer was Jahanara Alam with 53 runs off 58 balls, combining aggression with smart placement.
- West Indies batting: The highest score was 31 by Hayley Matthews, who struggled against Akter’s disciplined line.
- Bowling figures: Bangladesh’s Shorna Akter recorded figures of 2/19, while West Indies’ Shashikala Harish took 2/35.
- Fielding: Bangladesh effected three catches, including a crucial run‑out of the West Indian captain.
The win gave Bangladesh a 2‑0 lead in the three‑match series, making the third ODI a potential formality for the touring side. For West Indies, the loss highlighted issues in top‑order consistency and underscored the need to adjust their batting strategy against swing bowling.
Betting enthusiasts who had backed Bangladesh at modest odds will see a tidy return, while those who favored a closer contest may need to reconsider their approach for the final game. The series also serves as a benchmark for both teams ahead of upcoming World Cup qualifiers, where form and confidence will be crucial.