Bangladesh captain Litton Das attributed his team’s loss in the final T20I match against the West Indies in Chattogram to the heavy dew on Friday. The hosts suffered a defeat in all aspects, resulting in a 3-0 series sweep for the visitors.
Choosing to bat first, Bangladesh appeared strong at 107-2, courtesy of Tanzid Hasan Tamim’s impressive 89 off 62 balls. However, a late collapse led to the team losing their last eight wickets for just 44 runs, getting bowled out for 151.
West Indies then comfortably chased the target, with Ackeem Auguste and stand-in captain Roston Chase both scoring quick fifties to secure a dominant victory in 16.5 overs, avenging their earlier series loss to Bangladesh.
While dew had been a consistent factor in the series, Litton Das believed it had the most impact in the final match. He noted the significant difference in batting conditions between a dry and dewy pitch, emphasizing that the dew played a crucial role in the outcome.
On the contrary, Roston Chase emphasized the importance of partnerships over playing conditions. He pointed out the difference in partnerships between the two teams, highlighting the crucial 91-run stand between himself and Auguste that shifted the game in West Indies’ favor.
Chase downplayed the role of dew, stressing the need for batters to consolidate and build momentum on the challenging pitch. He emphasized the significance of staying at the crease and timing their attacks effectively to succeed in such conditions. Chase was recognized as the player of the match for his stellar all-round performance.