Bangladesh vs. West Indies 2nd Test: 9:30 AM Sylhet Start, West Indies Lead 1–0 (Nov. 4, 2026)

Information checked: November 4, 2026, 12:04 UTC (UTC+00:00). This is a pre-match report. The toss, final playing XIs and second-Test result have not been announced as of this check.

Bangladesh face West Indies in the second and final Test at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Bangladesh, beginning Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. Bangladesh Standard Time (BST, UTC+06:00). That is 3:30 a.m. UTC on November 5, according to the current ICC match listing and Cricket West Indies fixture schedule. The match is scheduled through November 9 and counts toward the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship. West Indies arrive with a 1–0 series lead after an eight-wicket victory in Mirpur.

The start time deserves particular attention: an earlier fixture listing put the opening at 4:00 a.m. UTC, but the more current ICC match page and Cricket West Indies schedule both show 3:30 a.m. UTC. Fans should check the official match center again before play in case of a further schedule change. Bangladesh also have a confirmed squad change: Mominul Haque is unavailable under the concussion stand-down protocol, with Amite Hasan named to the squad in his place. That does not establish who will make the starting XI.

Destaques

• Match: Bangladesh vs. West Indies, second Test, November 5–9, 2026, at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium.
• Scheduled first ball: 9:30 a.m. in Sylhet on November 5 (BST, UTC+06:00); 3:30 a.m. UTC on November 5.
• Series situation: West Indies lead 1–0 after winning the opening Test by eight wickets; Bangladesh need a victory to level the series.
• Unconfirmed before the toss: Final playing XIs, toss winner, actual match outcome and any regional television or streaming availability.

What time is Bangladesh vs. West Indies, and where is the second Test played?

The five-day fixture is scheduled for November 5–9, 2026, at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium in Sylhet, Bangladesh. The ground is also called Sylhet Stadium in some fixture databases. The following are equivalent start times for the first scheduled day, not separate kickoffs:

Bangladesh remains on UTC+06:00 at this time of year and does not use a seasonal daylight saving adjustment. The date changes for fans following the fixture in Atlantic Standard Time: the West Indies listing shows late Wednesday, November 4, while play begins Thursday morning in Sylhet. The scheduled start is not a guarantee that weather, ground conditions or other official decisions cannot delay the first ball.

For the latest fixture status, use the ICC second-Test match center and Cricket West Indies official fixture listing. Both show the revised 03:30 UTC start at the time of this check.

What happened in the first Bangladesh vs. West Indies Test?

West Indies won the first Test in Mirpur by eight wickets on October 31, taking a 1–0 lead in the two-match series. Bangladesh posted 272 in the first innings and 142 in the second; West Indies scored 245 before reaching 170 for two in their successful chase of 170. Although Bangladesh led by 27 runs after the first innings, they could not protect that advantage.

The turning point came with West Indies' spin attack. Jomel Warrican collected nine wickets in the match, including five in Bangladesh's first innings, and Roston Chase took five for 36 in the second innings. In the chase, Brandon King finished unbeaten on 81, while John Campbell contributed 49 as the opening partnership reached 112. The win gave the visitors a commanding position heading into Sylhet. These results are recorded in the ICC first-Test scorecard and ICC first-Test report.

Who is in Bangladesh's squad for the Sylhet Test?

The ICC reported on November 1 that Mominul Haque would miss the second Test after suffering a head injury while fielding in Mirpur. Under the applicable concussion protocol, he must complete a minimum seven-day stand-down period. Wicketkeeper-batter Amite Hasan was added to the 15-player squad; the replacement does not mean he has already been selected to play in Sylhet.

Bangladesh's announced squad is Najmul Hossain Shanto (captain), Shadman Islam, Tanzid Hasan, Towhid Hridoy, Litton Das, Jaker Ali, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Nayeem Hasan, Hasan Mahmud, Taijul Islam, Shoriful Islam, Mushfiqur Rahim, Taskin Ahmed, Ebadot Hossain and Amite Hasan. See the ICC squad announcement for the named players and injury update.

A squad is not a playing XI. Decisions on bowling balance, batting order and the wicketkeeper must be confirmed from the official team sheets at the toss. The West Indies XI also had not been confirmed for this match at the time of writing. Player appearances, captaincy at the match and the toss decision should not be inferred from a previous Test or from tentative listings.

Why does the second Test matter for the World Test Championship?

The series is part of the 2025–27 ICC World Test Championship, meaning the result affects both the immediate series outcome and each side's championship record. The ICC reported that Bangladesh fell from fourth to fifth in the WTC table following the first-Test defeat. Rankings and points percentages can change with results elsewhere, so readers should consult the current ICC World Test Championship hub rather than assume the table remains fixed throughout the week.

The possible series outcomes are straightforward. If Bangladesh win at Sylhet, the two-Test series ends 1–1. If West Indies win, the visitors complete a 2–0 sweep. A draw or tie would leave West Indies with a 1–0 series win. The match may finish before November 9 if a result is reached early; the listed end date is a scheduled maximum, not a promise of five full days of play.

What could decide the second Test in Sylhet?

Bangladesh's immediate task is to avoid the second-innings batting collapse that made the Mirpur chase manageable. Sustained partnerships and better handling of the West Indies slow bowlers would give the hosts a stronger platform. West Indies, meanwhile, will be looking for another coordinated bowling performance and the kind of positive opening partnership that closed out the first match.

Those are match-up considerations, not predictions of the pitch or the result. Conditions in Sylhet could differ from Mirpur. If the surface provides appreciable turn, both teams may lean on spin; if early movement favors seamers, new-ball discipline may be more important. The actual surface, weather and team selections must be assessed when official pre-match information becomes available.

How can fans follow the toss, playing XIs, live score and final result?

The most dependable starting point is the ICC match center for Bangladesh vs. West Indies, second Test, which carries the fixture, team information and match scorecard when play begins. Cricket West Indies fixtures also provide an official route to the match center. Check these after the toss for the confirmed XIs and during play for score updates and the eventual result.

Broadcast and streaming arrangements may differ by territory. A universally available live video stream or a specific broadcaster could not be confirmed from the official sources checked for this article; do not assume that a scorecard link provides video coverage. Look for authorized broadcaster announcements in your own market instead of relying on unofficial feeds. This preview will not label an upcoming match as live or completed before an official update verifies that status.

FAQ: Bangladesh vs. West Indies second Test

When does the second Test start?

The current official fixture pages schedule the start for November 5, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. in Sylhet (BST, UTC+06:00), equal to 3:30 a.m. UTC. Some older listings showed 4:00 a.m. UTC, so check the official match page shortly before play.

Who won the first Test?

West Indies won by eight wickets in Mirpur and lead the two-match series 1–0 entering the Sylhet Test.

Have the toss and playing XIs been announced?

No confirmed toss or final playing XIs were available at the November 4 pre-match check. Refer to the ICC match center for the official lineups and toss outcome once announced.