Bangladesh and West Indies face off in the opening Test of their two-match series at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka, from October 28 to November 1, 2026. The contest is part of the ICC World Test Championship 2025–27 cycle, with both teams looking to strengthen their performances in red-ball cricket.
Bangladesh entered the series with home advantage and a spin attack suited to familiar conditions. West Indies, led by Roston Chase, will look to challenge the hosts with their pace resources and improve their position in the World Test Championship standings.
Bangladesh captain Najmul Hossain Shanto won the toss and elected to bat first. Both teams have included three specialist spinners and two frontline fast bowlers, highlighting the importance of adapting to the Mirpur surface as the match progresses.
Here is everything you need to know about the BAN vs WI 1st Test, including match details, playing XIs, head-to-head records, pitch conditions and live-streaming information for Indian viewers.
BAN vs WI 1st Test: Match Details
Match: Bangladesh vs West Indies, 1st Test
Series: West Indies tour of Bangladesh 2026
Date: October 28–November 1, 2026
Venue: Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka
Start time: 9:30 AM IST
Local start time: 10:00 AM Bangladesh time
Bangladesh captain: Najmul Hossain Shanto
West Indies captain: Roston Chase
Format: Test cricket
BAN vs WI Live Streaming in India
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Live streaming: FanCode app and website
Live TV telecast: No official television broadcast has been listed in India
Match start time: 9:30 AM IST
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BAN vs WI 1st Test: Confirmed Playing XIs
Both teams have announced their playing XIs for the opening Test.
Bangladesh Playing XI: Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan Tamim, Mominul Haque, Najmul Hossain Shanto (c), Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das (wk), Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nayeem Hasan, Taijul Islam, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam.
West Indies Playing XI: John Campbell, Brandon King, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Kavem Hodge, Amir Jangoo (wk), Roston Chase (c), Justin Greaves, Shamar Joseph, Kevin Wickham, Jayden Seales, Joshua Bishop.
Bangladesh have opted for a combination featuring Shanto's leadership, Litton Das behind the stumps and a strong spin contingent. West Indies will rely on Chase's all-round contribution and the pace of Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales.
BAN vs WI Head-to-Head Record in Tests
West Indies have historically held the advantage over Bangladesh in Test cricket.
According to published head-to-head records, the teams have met 22 times in Tests.
Total matches: 22
Bangladesh wins: 5
West Indies wins: 15
Draws: 2
West Indies' overall advantage reflects their stronger historical record, although Bangladesh have demonstrated their ability to compete, particularly in home conditions.
Their previous encounters have included contrasting results, with both sides recording significant victories. Bangladesh will aim to use familiar conditions to narrow the historical gap, while West Indies will look to maintain their advantage.
BAN vs WI 1st Test Pitch Report
The Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium surface in Mirpur is traditionally associated with spin-friendly conditions, although the pitch can also provide assistance to fast bowlers, particularly early in a match.
The surface has shown more grass and hardness in recent seasons, offering seamers the possibility of movement and bounce. Batters who settle in and build partnerships may find scoring opportunities during the opening stages.
As the Test progresses, surface wear and cracks could bring spinners further into the game. Uneven bounce and increasing turn may make batting more challenging during the final innings.
Bangladesh's decision to bat first suggests that the hosts want to make the most of the early conditions and establish a substantial first-innings total before the pitch deteriorates.
What to expect: Early opportunities for batters and seamers, followed by an increasing role for spin as the match advances.
Bangladesh vs West Indies: Players to Watch
Najmul Hossain Shanto (Bangladesh)
The Bangladesh captain will have an important role in guiding the home side's batting effort. His ability to build partnerships and manage the innings against West Indies' pace attack could influence the contest.
Mehidy Hasan Miraz (Bangladesh)
Mehidy offers Bangladesh a valuable combination of batting and off-spin bowling. As the pitch wears, his ability to extract turn and maintain pressure could become particularly important.
Taijul Islam (Bangladesh)
Taijul is another key option in Bangladesh's spin attack. His control and ability to exploit changing conditions could prove useful over the five days.
Roston Chase (West Indies)
Chase leads the visitors and provides an all-round option. His contribution with the bat and his decisions as captain will be important as West Indies attempt to counter Bangladesh's home advantage.
Shamar Joseph (West Indies)
Joseph gives West Indies a pace threat capable of testing batters with speed and bounce. Making early breakthroughs could be crucial to the visitors' plans.
What to Expect from BAN vs WI 1st Test?
Bangladesh will look to establish control through their batting and use their spin resources to put pressure on West Indies as the match progresses. The hosts' ability to build partnerships and avoid losing wickets in clusters will be central to their chances.
West Indies, meanwhile, will aim to strike early with the new ball and prevent Bangladesh from building a commanding first-innings total. Their batters must also show patience against the home side's spinners.
With five days scheduled and conditions likely to evolve, the opening Test presents an important examination of both teams' adaptability and discipline.
The series opener in Mirpur could set the tone for the remaining Test, with Bangladesh seeking to capitalise on home conditions and West Indies looking to deliver a strong performance away from home.
Where to watch:Indian viewers can follow the BAN vs WI 1st Test live on FanCode's app and website.
