In a commanding display of cricketing prowess, Bangladesh secured a decisive 74-run victory over the West Indies in the opening match of their three-match ODI series on October 18 in Mirpur. Opting to bat first after losing the toss, Bangladesh faced early setbacks as their openers, Soumya Sarkar and Said Hosein, fell cheaply within the first three overs. However, resilient performances from Towhid Hridoy (51), Mahidul Islam Ankon (46), and Najmul Hossain Shanto (32) steadied the innings, with late contributions from Rishad Hossain (26) and skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz (17) pushing the total to 207. The West Indies’ bowling attack, led by Jayden Seales (3/48), Justin Greaves (2/32), and Roston Chase (2/30), showed promise but couldn’t contain the hosts. Chasing 208, the West Indies began strongly with openers Brandon King (44) and Alick Athanaze (27) laying a solid foundation. However, the middle and lower order crumbled under pressure, with Rishad Hossain’s exceptional 6/35 dismantling the visitors. The West Indies were eventually bowled out for a mere 133 in 39 overs. The second ODI is scheduled for October 21, with Bangladesh looking to extend their lead in the series.