West Indies boast three wins from their past five Test outings, including a victory over Bangladesh on 28 October. Action is underway in the 2nd Test at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium following the 2:30 pm AEDT start on Thursday 5 November. While cricket fans frequently scout ashes tips for long-form red-ball battles, this contest packs plenty of drama as Bangladesh look to bounce back on home turf after dropping their most recent match.
With the opening stages of this match already progressing in Sylhet, both sides carry clear form trends into the battle. Here is how the head-to-head numbers line up.
Who Will Win?
The numbers say West Indies carry strong momentum into this match. The visitors secured a win in their most recent start on 28 October against Bangladesh, chasing down a target of 170 by posting 245 & 170/2 to overcome Bangladesh's 272 & 142. Across their last five overall matches, West Indies have built a impressive W-L-W-D-W record.
Bangladesh, meanwhile, are coming off that loss to West Indies and hold a L-D-L-W-L sequence across their last five overall starts, as well as a loss in their lone recent home match. On the head-to-head board, Bangladesh hold favourite status at 1.90, with West Indies available at 2.55 and the draw sitting at 5.75. Given West Indies' recent record of three wins in five starts, the visiting side rates a real chance at 2.55.
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