By:- B.T Team
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This marks the 20th Test meeting between West Indies and Bangladesh, with WI holding a significant win record of over 70%.
Historic Rivalry
Tamim Iqbal scored Bangladesh’s fastest-ever Test century (88 balls) against West Indies in 2012. – –
Bangladesh’s Fastest Century
A Venue with Surprises
– The match is being held at the Windsor Park in Dominica, which hosted its first-ever Test in 2009, but has been a lucky ground for underdog teams. – –
Lowest Total Drama
– In 2002, Bangladesh recorded their lowest Test total against West Indies (87 all out).
Bangladesh's spinners have claimed more wickets (62%) than their pacers in Test matches against the West Indies.
Spin Dominance
Unbeaten Century Streak
Kraigg Brathwaite holds the record for the most unbeaten centuries against Bangladesh in Tests (4 times).
Dominica's Rain Magic
Dominica is notorious for its sudden rain interruptions, influencing match outcomes unpredictably.
Shakib's All-Round Heroics
Shakib Al Hasan is the only player from either side to score 1,000+ runs and take 50+ wickets in WI vs BAN Test matches.
The very first WI vs BAN Test in 2002 was won by West Indies in just 2.5 days
Youngest Captain Record
Mushfiqur Rahim became one of the youngest Test captains (23 years) in a match against WI.