Sun Dec 08 13:28:38 UTC 2024: ## West Indies Favored in ODI Series Opener Against Bangladesh

**BASSETERRE, St. Kitts** – The West Indies and Bangladesh are set to clash in the first of three One Day Internationals (ODIs) at Warner Park in Basseterre, St. Kitts. Despite Bangladesh’s 9th ranking (85 rating) on the ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings, the home team, currently ranked 10th (79 rating), are considered favorites due to their recent strong form, including a 2-1 series win over another opponent.

Bangladesh will be captained by Mehidy Hasan Miraz in the absence of Najmul Hossain Shanto. Key players for Bangladesh include Miraz himself, known for his all-round abilities, and Nahid Rana, whose pace bowling impressed in recent test matches.

The West Indies will counter with captain Shai Hope, whose strong form in the Global Super League makes him a key batsman, and Gudakesh Motie, a consistent bowler.

**Squads:**

**West Indies:** Shai Hope (capt/wk), Brandon King (vc), Jediah Blades, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves, Shimron Hetmyer, Amir Jangoo (wk), Alzarri Joseph, Evin Lewis, Marquino Mindley, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd.

**Bangladesh:** Mehidy Hasan Miraz (capt), Litton Das (wk), Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Soumya Sarkar, Parvez Hossain Emon, Md Mahmudullah, Jaker Ali Anik, Afif Hossain Dhrubo, Rishad Hossain, Nasum Ahmed, Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, Nahid Rana.

**Predictions (subject to change):** Pre-match predictions favor a West Indies victory, with Gudakesh Motie tipped for Player of the Match. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Brandon King are predicted to be the top batters, while Nahid Rana and Gudakesh Motie are expected to be the top bowlers. Bangladesh is predicted to win the toss.

The match will be available for live streaming, subject to geo-restrictions. Stay tuned for in-play updates and potential changes to predictions as the match unfolds.

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