Wed Dec 04 09:28:29 UTC 2024: ## West Indies Thrash Bangladesh by 201 Runs in First Test
**Antigua:** West Indies dominated the first Test against Bangladesh, securing a resounding 201-run victory at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. This win gives the West Indies a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. While the West Indies are out of the World Test Championship race, this victory provides a much-needed boost.
West Indies declared their first innings at 450/9, fueled by a stunning 115 from Justin Greaves on his return to the team after 10 months. Michael Lewis contributed 97 and Alick Athanaze scored 90. Bangladesh’s bowlers struggled, with Hasan Mahmud taking 3 wickets and Taskin Ahmed and Mehdi Hasan Miraz each claiming 2.
In response, Bangladesh declared their first innings at 269/9, with Shoriful Islam retiring hurt. Alzarri Joseph (3 wickets) and Jayden Seales (2 wickets) were the pick of the West Indies bowlers.
West Indies were then bowled out for 152 in their second innings, with Taskin Ahmed taking a remarkable 6 wickets. Mehdi Hasan Miraz added 2 more to the tally. Alick Athanaze top-scored with 42 runs.
Bangladesh’s batting collapse in their second innings sealed their fate. They were bundled out for a paltry 132, with Mehdi Hasan Miraz’s 45 being the top score. The team’s final batsman was out before the injured Shoriful Islam could resume batting. The resounding defeat leaves Bangladesh facing a challenging task in the second Test.
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