Bangladesh vs West Indies 1st ODI 2025: Rishad Hossain Creates History
Bangladesh clinched the opening ODI of the Bangladesh vs West Indies series 2025 with a dominant 74-run win in Dhaka. On a challenging pitch, Rishad Hossain’s six-wicket haul destroyed the West Indies batting lineup. This helped the hosts take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.
Rishad Hossain’s Magical Spell Turns the Game
After setting a modest target of 208, Bangladesh’s bowlers produced a clinical performance. Rishad Hossain’s 6 for 35 became the turning point as the leg-spinner dismantled the visitors’ chase. The Bangladesh leg-spinner became only the second bowler in ODI history to take the first five wickets in an innings. This matched a record by Sri Lanka’s Jeffrey Vandersay.
Although West Indies started strongly at 51 without loss, their innings collapsed soon after Rishad’s introduction. He removed Alick Athanaze for 27 in his first over. He later dismissed Keacy Carty and Brandon King in quick succession. King’s wicket for 44 off 60 balls was the major breakthrough. It was followed by Sherfane Rutherford and Roston Chase, completing a dream five-for.
West Indies Collapse Under Pressure
From a position of control, the West Indies batting lineup crumbled to 133 all out in 39 overs. Apart from King and Athanaze, no other batter showed resistance. Mehidy Hasan Miraz and Mustafizur Rahman supported Rishad. They picked crucial wickets late in the innings. Skipper Shai Hope fell for a low score, handing wicketkeeper Nurul Hasan his fourth catch of the match.
Bangladesh’s Batting Struggles But Holds Firm
Earlier, Bangladesh posted 207 runs after being put into bat. Despite early setbacks, Towhid Hridoy anchored the innings with a composed 51. Meanwhile, debutant Mahidul Islam added 46 runs. Their partnership stabilized the innings after early wickets fell. Rishad chipped in with a vital 26 off 16 balls, including two sixes. This ensured Bangladesh crossed the 200-mark, a total that proved decisive later.
Historic Win for Bangladesh in ODI Series
With this victory, Bangladesh gained early momentum in the Bangladesh vs West Indies ODI series 2025. Rishad’s performance not only earned him the Player of the Match award. It also established him as one of Bangladesh’s brightest bowling prospects.
