The West Indies vs Bangladesh 2026 schedule opens with a three-day warm-up match in Dhaka on October 22, followed by a two-match Test series that begins at Mirpur on October 28. The tour has no white-ball games, so the full series is two Tests, and the second one finishes in Sylhet on November 9. Both Tests count towards the ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle and are the last two matches West Indies play in it. Roston Chase leads West Indies, while Najmul Hossain Shanto captains Bangladesh in Tests.
For Indian viewers, the timing is easy to follow. Bangladesh is 30 minutes ahead of India, so a 10:00 AM local start becomes 9:30 AM IST, which suits a morning watch before or during office hours. This guide covers the full WI vs BAN 2026 schedule, start times in IST, venues, squads, and what is known so far about live streaming and TV in India.
West Indies vs Bangladesh 2026 Schedule: Series at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Series | West Indies tour of Bangladesh, 2026 |
| Total matches | 2 Tests, plus a 3-day warm-up match |
| Dates | October 22 to November 9, 2026 |
| Host cities | Dhaka (warm-up and 1st Test at Mirpur), Sylhet (2nd Test) |
| Captains | Roston Chase (West Indies), Najmul Hossain Shanto (Bangladesh, Tests) |
| Test start time in IST | 9:30 AM IST (10:00 AM local) |
| Warm-up start time in IST | 8:30 AM IST (9:00 AM local) |
| TV channel in India | Yet to be announced |
| Streaming app in India | Fan Code |
WI vs BAN 2026 Full Schedule and Start Times in IST
The master table below lists every fixture in the tour. The warm-up match is a three-day game, and its opponents are still to be confirmed. Both Tests are scheduled for five days, and the start time shown is for the opening day.
| Match | Date and Day | Venue | Start Time (IST) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warm-up match (3 days) | October 22 to 24, Thursday to Saturday | Bashundhara Sports City, Dhaka | 9:30 AM IST |
| 1st Test | October 28 to November 1, Wednesday to Sunday | Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur | 9:30 AM IST |
| 2nd Test | November 5 to 9, Thursday to Monday | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet | 9:30 AM IST |
WI vs BAN 2026 Test Series: Timing and Route
The Test series moves from the capital to the northeast of the country. The first Test is at Mirpur in Dhaka from October 28, and the second is at Sylhet from November 5, with a gap of three days between the two matches. Each Test starts at 10:00 AM local time, which is 9:30 AM IST. This full West Indies vs Bangladesh 2026 schedule means Indian fans get early-morning cricket on every opening day.
| Match | Date | Venue | Local Time | IST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Test | October 28 to November 1 | Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur | 10:00 AM | 9:30 AM IST |
| 2nd Test | November 5 to 9 | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet | 10:00 AM | 9:30 AM IST |
WI vs BAN 2026 Venues Guide
Three grounds feature in this tour, two in Dhaka and one in Sylhet. The table lists what each one hosts, and the notes below describe the general conditions that are usually seen at these places.
| Venue | City | Matches Hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Bashundhara Sports City | Dhaka | Warm-up match |
| Shere Bangla National Stadium | Mirpur, Dhaka | 1st Test |
| Sylhet International Cricket Stadium | Sylhet | 2nd Test |
Bashundhara Sports City, Dhaka
This ground hosts the three-day warm-up, giving the visitors time to get used to local conditions before the first Test. Late October in Dhaka is generally warm and humid, so the touring players will need to manage the heat during long sessions in the field.
Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur
Mirpur is the best-known Test venue in Bangladesh and has long been associated with slow, low pitches that help spinners as a match goes on. Batting is usually easier in the early part of a game, and run-scoring tends to get harder from the third day. Heat and humidity can also test the fitness of fast bowlers over five days.
Sylhet International Cricket Stadium, Sylhet
Sylhet sits among hills and tea gardens, and the setting is often greener and cooler than in Dhaka. Pacers can find some early help, while spinners usually come into play as the surface wears. Rain and cloud are a regular part of the weather here, so interruptions are possible.
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West Indies Squads
West Indies Test Squad
Roston Chase (captain), Jomel Warrican (vice-captain), Joshua Bishop, John Campbell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Joshua Da Silva (wicketkeeper), Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Amir Jangoo (wicketkeeper), Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Shamar Springer, Kevin Wickham. John Campbell returns after recovering from the hamstring injury that kept him out of the home series against Pakistan, and Kevin Wickham has earned his first Test call-up.
Shamar Springer replaced Keemo Paul in the squad after Paul returned home for personal and family reasons. Shai Hope has been rested and Alzarri Joseph was withdrawn for workload management, so neither is part of the Test tour.
Bangladesh Squads
Bangladesh Test Squad
Bangladesh’s squad for the two Tests is yet to be announced. Najmul Hossain Shanto is the Test captain, and the vice-captain is yet to be announced.
WI vs BAN 2026 Live Streaming and TV Channel in India
The TV channel and the streaming app for the West Indies vs Bangladesh live streaming in India are yet to be announced. Indian fans should wait for the official broadcast details before the first Test on October 28, as the start of play is 9:30 AM IST.
Once the broadcaster is confirmed, the same platform is likely to carry both Tests, but that is not yet official. This page will be updated with the channel and app as soon as they are announced.
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Key Dates to Remember
- October 22: Three-day warm-up match begins in Dhaka at 8:30 AM IST.
- October 24: Warm-up match ends.
- October 28: 1st Test begins at Mirpur at 9:30 AM IST.
- November 1: Scheduled final day of the 1st Test.
- November 5: 2nd Test begins at Sylhet at 9:30 AM IST.
- November 9: Scheduled final day of the 2nd Test and the series.
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