The Sylhet International Cricket Stadium pitch report points to a balanced surface for the BAN vs WI 2nd Test, with batters likely to score well and spinners gaining help as the match goes on. A first-innings score of around 270 to 290 is par based on the venue average of 271, and batting first has the edge on record, with 4 wins to 2. The weather looks good, with partly sunny conditions on Day 1 and sunny skies forecast for the rest of the match. The Test starts on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 9:30 AM local time (9:00 AM IST) in Sylhet.
West Indies lead the two-Test series 1-0 after an eight-wicket win in Dhaka, where Brandon King made a career-best 81 not out. Both matches count towards the ICC World Test Championship. Najmul Hossain Shanto leads Bangladesh, and Roston Chase captains West Indies.
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium Pitch Report for BAN vs WI 2nd Test
| Factor | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Pitch type | Balanced, with batters getting runs early and spinners helping later in the match |
| Par first-innings score | Around 270 to 290 (venue average: 271) |
| Best for batting | Days 1 to 3, as the venue average rises from 271 in the first innings to 306 in the third |
| Fast bowlers | New ball and the first session |
| Spinners | The ground offers some turn, and spinners are likely to matter most from Day 4 |
| Outfield | To be confirmed |
| Toss advantage | Batting first has won 4 Tests here and bowling first 2 |
Day-by-Day Pitch Behaviour
| Day | How the Pitch Is Likely to Play |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Batting should be comfortable under partly sunny skies, with seamers getting some help from the new ball |
| Day 2 | Sunny and warm, a good day to build a big first-innings score |
| Day 3 | Batting stays comfortable, and the average third-innings score here is 306 |
| Day 4 | The surface starts to help spinners, and runs become harder to score |
| Day 5 | Chasing is tough, and the average fourth-innings score here is 212 |
How the Pitch Plays at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
Details on the soil, bounce and grass cover have not been confirmed. The venue stats show 6 Tests, with 4 won batting first and 2 won bowling first. Unlike most grounds, scores here do not fall steadily through the match. The average is 271 in the first innings, 290 in the second and 306 in the third, before dropping to 212 in the fourth. These numbers come from only six Tests, so they are a guide and not a rule.
The highest total here is 587/8 by Bangladesh against Ireland, and the highest chase is 174/7 by Zimbabwe against Bangladesh. The lowest total is 143/10 by Bangladesh against Zimbabwe, and the lowest score defended is 169/10 by Bangladesh against Zimbabwe. The ground has seen big totals and low scores, so it can reward both batters and bowlers.
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Sylhet Weather Forecast for BAN vs WI 2nd Test
| Day | Date | Conditions | Temperature (High / Low) | Rain Chance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Thursday, November 5 | Partly sunny | 30°C / 21°C | 10% |
| Day 2 | Friday, November 6 | Sunny | 31°C / 21°C | 5% |
| Day 3 | Saturday, November 7 | Sunny | 31°C / 21°C | 0% |
| Day 4 | Sunday, November 8 | Sunny | 32°C / 22°C | 0% |
| Day 5 | Monday, November 9 | Sunny | 32°C / 22°C | 5% |
Day 1 is warm and comfortable, with humidity around 64% and wind of about 6 km/h. The temperature is around 22°C at 8 AM, rises to about 28°C by 11 AM and peaks near 30°C in the afternoon. Rain is unlikely, so a full five days is expected, and the sunny, warm days ahead should help the pitch dry and wear, which favours the spinners later in the match.
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Sylhet International Cricket Stadium Test Records and Stats
| Record | Details |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 6 |
| Won batting first | 4 |
| Won bowling first | 2 |
| Average first-innings score | 271 |
| Average second-innings score | 290 |
| Average third-innings score | 306 |
| Average fourth-innings score | 212 |
| Highest total | 587/8 (141 overs) by Bangladesh vs Ireland |
| Lowest total | 143/10 (51 overs) by Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe |
| Highest score chased | 174/7 (50.1 overs) by Zimbabwe vs Bangladesh |
| Lowest score defended | 169/10 (63.1 overs) by Bangladesh vs Zimbabwe |
The ground has a capacity of about 18,500. Its two ends are the UCB end and the runner end.
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BAN vs WI Test Head-to-Head Record
| Matches | West Indies Won | Bangladesh Won | Drawn |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | 16 | 5 | 2 |
What Should the Captains Do at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium?
Bat first if the toss is won. Batting first has won 4 of 6 Tests here, and the sunny forecast means no weather worry on Day 1. A first-innings total of 300 or more would put real pressure on the chasing side, as the average fourth-innings score is 212 and the highest chase in six Tests is only 174.
Use the new ball well. Seamers get help in the first session on Day 1, and both sides have pace options. Bangladesh have Taskin Ahmed, Hasan Mahmud, Shoriful Islam and Ebadot Hossain, and West Indies have Jayden Seales, Kemar Roach, Shamar Joseph and Shamar Springer.
Bring on spin from Day 3 or 4, as the surface wears and the sun dries it. Bangladesh carry Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Taijul Islam and Nayeem Hasan, and West Indies have Jomel Warrican. West Indies handled the Bangladesh spinners well in Dhaka, so Bangladesh cannot rely on spin alone.
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