WI vs BAN [WATCH]: Roston Chase pulls off an outstanding catch to dismiss Tanzid Hasan in 1st ODI

During the first One-Day International (ODI) between West Indies and Bangladesh at Warner Park, Basseterre, St. Kitts, an outstanding fielding effort by Roston Chase became the highlight of the day. Windies all-rounder Chase took a spectacular catch to dismiss Bangladesh opener Tanzid Hasan, who was looking dangerous.

Roston Chase’s spectacular catch stuns Tanzid Hasan

The dismissal came in the 24th over of the innings, breaking the momentum of the visitors as West Indie right-arm fast bowler Alzarri Joseph bowled a short delivery outside off-stump. Tanzid batting on 60, attempted a cut shot but mistimed it. The ball flew in the air, and Chase who was positioned at point executed a well-judged catch to send Tanzid back to the pavilion. The wiܫcket was crucial, coming against the run of play, and signalled a turning point in the match. Tanzid, who had struck six fours and three sixes, looked visibly disappointed as Bangladesh lost their third wicket.

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Though Joseph’s bowling may not have grabbed the limelight, his contributions proved instrumental. The pacer finished with figures of 2 wickets in his 10-over spell. Besides dismissing Tanzid, Joseph also accounted for Soumya Sarkar earlier in✤ the innings, removing the other opener for 19 runs. His early breakthroughs provided the West Indies with thꦏe foundation to restrict Bangladesh’s progress.

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Sherfane Rutherford shines in West Indies’ chase 

Opting to bat first, Bangladesh managed to put up a fighting total of 294/6 in their allotted 50 overs. Skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz led from the front with a composed knock of 74 runs. Romario Shepherd was the pick of the bowlers for the West Indies, claiming three wi🍰ckets in his spell.

In response, the West Indies showcased a clinical batting display and chased down the target in 47.4 overs with 5 wickets in hand. Sherfane Rutherford emerged as the hero of the match, scoring a magnificent century that anchored the innings. His brilliant performance earned him ⛎the Player of the Match award.

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