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'Our spinners outbowled their spinners,' says Sammy after West Indies' Dhaka Test win

West Indies claimed a commanding eight-wicket victory in the opening Test against Bangladesh at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, securing a 1-0 series lead. The match, which spanned from October 28 to November 1, showcased the touring team’s resilience, particularly in their ability to counter Bangladesh’s spin bowling.

Coach Daren Sammy attributed the success to meticulous preparation, including a focused training camp in Chennai at the Super Kings Academy and Sri Ramachandra Centre for Sports Science, where batsmen were drilled extensively to handle spin conditions. Sammy praised the team’s execution, noting that their spinners outplayed Bangladesh’s and that the batsmen adapted better to spin bowling than their opponents did.

Brandon King’s unbeaten 81 in the fourth innings was a standout performance, proving pivotal in the successful chase. The win sets the stage for a tough second Test in Sylhet, where Bangladesh, currently fourth in the World Test Championship, will look to bounce back after their recent Test victory over Australia.

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