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West Indies head coach Daren Sammy offered a frank assessment of his side’s performance after Bangladesh clinched the three-match ODI series 2–1, acknowledging that the Tigers were simply the better team in every aspect of the game.
Speaking at the post-match press conference at the Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, the former West Indies captain didn’t shy away from admitting that his players struggled to match Bangladesh’s intensity, skill, and discipline throughout the series.
⚡ “They Outplayed Us in All Three Departments”
“We have to give credit where it’s due,” Sammy said. “Bangladesh outplayed us in all three departments — batting, bowling, and fielding. They showed more hunger and executed their plans better than we did.”
The Caribbean side began the series with a hard-fought win but quickly lost momentum as Bangladesh bounced back with two commanding performances to secure the trophy. Sammy lamented his team’s inability to maintain consistency, especially with the bat.
“Our top order didn’t build partnerships, and when you’re playing against a side like Bangladesh in their conditions, that’s always going to hurt you,” he added.
🇧🇩 Tigers Rise Under Pressure
Bangladesh, under captain Litton Das, demonstrated exceptional control, particularly in the bowling department. Mustafizur Rahman, Taskin Ahmed, and Mehidy Hasan Miraz combined to dismantle West Indies’ batting lineup in both the second and third ODIs, while Soumya Sarkar and Saif Hassan set the tone early with their aggressive opening stands.
The Tigers’ fielding — often a point of concern in recent years — also impressed, with sharp catches and quick run-outs highlighting their all-round improvement.
🎯 Sammy: “We Need to Learn from This”
Sammy emphasized the importance of learning from the defeat, especially with key tournaments approaching.
“Losing is never easy, but it’s part of the process,” he said. “We’re in a rebuilding phase, and games like this show us exactly where we stand. I believe in this group — but we have to be more disciplined, especially in subcontinental conditions.”
He also praised Bangladesh’s growing maturity and adaptability, saying, “They’ve become a very disciplined side at home. You can see the confidence in the way they execute. They deserve this win.”
🗣️ Reaction from the Bangladesh Camp
Meanwhile, Bangladesh skipper Litton Das credited his team’s all-round effort.
“It’s a satisfying win,” Litton said. “The boys showed great character after losing the first game. We stuck to our plans, trusted our skills, and got the result we wanted.”
Coach Chandika Hathurusingha echoed that sentiment, highlighting the importance of finding rhythm ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup. “This series showed we can fight back strongly after setbacks. The team’s balance is improving, and young players are stepping up,” he said.
📊 Series Summary
1st ODI: West Indies won by 4 wickets
2nd ODI: Bangladesh won by 7 wickets
3rd ODI: Bangladesh won by 5 wickets
🏆 Series Result: Bangladesh win 2–1
💬 Social Buzz
Fans flooded social media praising Bangladesh’s resurgence.
One fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter): “This is the Bangladesh we know — disciplined, aggressive, and confident at home!”
Another added, “Soumya and Mustafiz are back! Brilliant all-round show.”
