In a commanding display of cricketing prowess, Bangladesh triumphed over the West Indies in the third and final One-Day International (ODI) held in Mirpur on October 23. The victory sealed a 2–1 series win for the hosts, marking a significant milestone in their cricketing journey. The West Indies, donning their iconic maroon jerseys, faced an uphill battle from the very beginning. Bangladesh’s opening duo, Soumya Sarkar and Saif Hassan, laid a solid foundation with a blistering partnership, amassing 176 runs without loss by the 25-over mark. Sarkar’s elegant 86-ball 86 and Hassan’s aggressive 80 off 72 deliveries set the stage for a formidable total. Despite a valiant effort by the West Indies’ bowlers, particularly Akeal Hosein, who claimed four wickets for 41 runs, Bangladesh posted a challenging 296 for eight. The West Indies’ fielding lapses, including several dropped catches, compounded their difficulties. Chasing a record target, the Windies’ innings faltered early, with key batsmen Alick Athanaze and Ackeem Auguste falling cheaply. The collapse continued, and the team was eventually dismissed for a meager 117, resulting in a crushing 179-run defeat. The series loss underscores the challenges faced by the West Indies in the ODI format. Attention now shifts to the upcoming three-match T20I series between the two teams, commencing on October 27, as the Windies aim to redeem themselves.