# LIVE: Bangladesh vs. West Indies – ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024
The stage is set for an exciting clash as **Bangladesh**, the official tournament hosts, take on the **West Indies** in Group B of the **ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024**. The match is taking place at the **Sharjah Cricket Association Stadium** in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, a venue known for its vibrant atmosphere and enthusiastic crowds.
### Match Overview
In a pivotal moment, the West Indies won the toss and elected to bowl first, a decision that could play a crucial role in the outcome of the match. Captains often weigh the conditions carefully, and the West Indies will be looking to capitalize on any early assistance from the pitch.
### Early Action
As the match commenced, **Shathi**, one of Bangladesh's openers, showcased her intent by going down the ground, hitting a powerful boundary. West Indies captain **Stafanie Taylor** brought herself on to bowl the second over, hoping to disrupt the Bangladeshi innings early. In her opening over, Shathi greeted her with a mighty hoick over mid-on, securing another boundary and signaling Bangladesh’s aggressive approach.
After one over, the scoreboard read **Bangladesh 6-0**, indicating a cautious yet promising start. **Dilara**, the other opener, also found some luck, getting a fortuitous boundary through deep third off the final delivery of the over. Her attempt to slog across the line resulted in a nick over the first slip, adding to Bangladesh’s total.
### A Cautious Start
Despite the early boundaries, the Bangladesh innings started circumspectly. The team managed just two singles off the opening three balls of West Indies fast bowler **Henry’s** over. It’s a common tactic in T20 cricket to assess the conditions and bowlers before launching an all-out attack, and Bangladesh seems to be adopting this strategy.
### Anticipation Builds
As the players took their positions, the atmosphere in the stadium grew electric. The West Indies players huddled together to discuss last-minute strategies, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and communication on the field. Meanwhile, the Bangladesh openers, **Dilara** and **Shathi**, confidently strode out to the pitch, ready to face the bowling attack.
Before the match officially began, the crowd was treated to the national anthems of both teams. The iconic **‘Rally ‘Round The West Indies’** anthem, sung by the legendary **David Rudder**, resonated throughout the stadium, stirring pride among West Indies supporters. Following this, the melodious strains of **Rabindranath Tagore’s ‘Amar Shonar Bangla’** filled the air, as the Bangladeshi anthem was played, evoking a sense of unity and national pride among the fans.
### Looking Ahead
With the match underway and both teams eager to make their mark, fans are in for an exhilarating contest. The clash between Bangladesh's determination and the West Indies' experience promises to deliver thrilling moments and exceptional cricket. Each ball bowled will be crucial as both teams aim to secure their place in the tournament's later stages. Stay tuned for more updates as the action unfolds!
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