Bangladesh Secures Narrow 7-Run Victory Over West Indies in First T20I

Mahedi Hasan's all-round performance and Hasan Mahmud's clutch final over helped Bangladesh defend a modest total in a thrilling series opener.

Bangladesh defended a total of 147-6 to win by seven runs in the first T20I against the West Indies at Arnos Vale Ground, St. Vincent.
Mahedi Hasan claimed four crucial wickets, dismantling the West Indies' top order with figures of 4-13, earning him the 'Man of the Match' title.
West Indies captain Rovman Powell led a valiant fightback with a blistering 60 off 35 balls, supported by Romario Shepherd's 22, but the effort fell short.
Bangladesh pacer Hasan Mahmud delivered a decisive final over, dismissing Powell and Alzarri Joseph to seal the victory.
Soumya Sarkar top-scored for Bangladesh with 43 runs, while late contributions from Jaker Ali, Shamim Hossain, and Mahedi Hasan pushed the total to a competitive 147.