West Indies choose to bat; Wickham debuting against Bangladesh
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 3:34 AM
Last updated Nov 5, 2026

On November 5, West Indies opted to bat first in their match against Bangladesh. Campbell and Chanderpaul were ruled out due to a viral fever. Taskin is back in the Bangladesh lineup, likely boosting their bowling attack. The debut of Wickham adds fresh talent to the West Indies squad. The match is currently in progress with further developments to follow.
- •West Indies elected to bat first in the match
- •Wickham is making his debut for West Indies
- •Campbell and Chanderpaul are sidelined due to illness
- •Taskin has returned to the Bangladesh team
- 3:34 AMESPNcricinfo — WI opt to bat, hand Wickham debut; Mushfiqur back for Bangladesh
"Campbell and Chanderpaul were ruled out due to a viral fever, while Taskin also returned for Bangladesh
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