Fri Nov 22 14:14:03 UTC 2024: ## West Indies and Bangladesh Begin First Test Match in Antigua
**North Sound, Antigua** – The first Test match of Bangladesh’s tour of the West Indies began today at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. The highly anticipated clash saw Kraigg Brathwaite lead the West Indies against Mehidy Hasan’s Bangladesh. Early play saw a cautious start from both teams.
The West Indies’ playing XI features Kraigg Brathwaite (captain), Mikyle Louis, Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Joshua Da Silva (wicket-keeper), Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Kemar Roach, and Jayden Seales. Bangladesh’s team consists of Mahmudul Hasan Joy, Zakir Hasan, Shahadat Hossain, Mominul Haque, Mehidy Hasan (captain), Litton Das (wicket-keeper), Jaker Ali, Taijul Islam, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, and Shoriful Islam.
The match, starting at 7:30 PM local time, is expected to be a closely contested series opener. Live updates will be provided throughout the match.
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