West Indies vs Bangladesh 1st Test Prediction

­WI vs BAN Head to Head

West Indies have won eight while Bangladesh have won two out of the twelve test matches played between the two countries. The remaining two matches have both resulted in stalemates.

The last five encounters between these two sides in this format have all been won by the West Indies. The last time the Windies played a test match against Bangladesh was in September 2014 at Gros Islet where the hosts emerged victorious by a whopping 296 runs.

West Indies have not faced Bangladesh in the longest format at this venue before.

Matches Played: 12, West Indies Won: 8; Bangladesh Won: 2; Draw: 2

­West Indies vs Bangladesh 1st Test Betting Odds

West Indies are playing at home and this is probably why they are firm favorites to win this opening test match at odds of 1.61 each on Betway and Bet365 and 1.65 on Betfair. Bangladesh have not done too well in test cricket of late and they begin as the bookmakers' underdogs at a much higher price of 3.60 on Betway, 4 on Bet365 and 4.70 on Betfair. A drawn game currently stands at 5.40 on Betfair and 5.50 each on Betway and Bet365.

­West Indies vs Bangladesh 1st Test Prediction

West Indies certainly have the home advantage on their side while Bangladesh will be playing their first ever test match at this ground. The hosts have played five matches here and have faced defeat on just one occasion - in their last encounter against India in 2016 when they suffered an innings defeat. The visitors on the other hand have been struggling in the longest format and are coming with four defeats and a draw from their last five matches. Their dismal record against the Windies is also something which will make them feel nervous going into this game. West Indies appear stronger than Bangladesh, particularly on home soil, and we feel they are better placed to win this match.

Final Verdict: Back West Indies to beat Bangladesh in the first test at 1.61 each with Betway and Bet365 and 1.65 with Betfair.