Thirteen days, two Tests, and one long overnight shift for fans in the Caribbean.
The West Indies tour of Bangladesh 2026 match schedule is short and easy to follow. It has one warm-up game and two five-day Tests, played in Dhaka and Sylhet between 22 October and 9 November.
This guide lists every date, venue, and start time. It also explains how the schedule fits together, so you can plan your viewing.
Tour at a Glance
The series is a straight Test contest. There are no ODIs or T20Is on this tour, and the Tests are listed as part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle.
| Detail | Information |
| Teams | Bangladesh and West Indies |
| Tour match | 22 to 24 October, Dhaka |
| 1st Test | 28 October to 1 November, Mirpur |
| 2nd Test | 5 to 9 November, Sylhet |
| Start time (local) | 10:00 am for the Tests |
Two Tests make a compact series. The first one is a chance to take the lead, and the second one is the finale.
Teams in this position cannot afford a slow start. A heavy defeat in Mirpur would leave only one match to recover.
The Full Match Schedule
Here is every match in date order, with weekdays included for easy planning.
| Match | Dates | Venue | Local start |
| Tour match | Thu 22 to Sat 24 October | Bashundhara Sports City, Dhaka | 9:00 am |
| 1st Test | Wed 28 October to Sun 1 November | Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur | 10:00 am |
| 2nd Test | Thu 5 to Mon 9 November | Sylhet International Cricket Stadium | 10:00 am |
The opponent for the tour match was still listed as to be confirmed in the sources I checked. The match is a three-day warm-up, so it carries no series points.
Mirpur is part of Dhaka, which means the first two matches are in the capital. The second Test moves the party to Sylhet in the north-east.
The Tour Match in Dhaka
The tour begins with a three-day match from 22 to 24 October. Yahoo Sports lists the venue as Bashundhara Sports City in Dhaka.
Cricinfo shows a 9:00 am local start, which is 3:00 am GMT. West Indies will use the match to adjust to local conditions.
For a three-day warm-up, the real value is time in the middle. Batters get to face slow bowling on a surface they have not seen, and bowlers learn how much the ball turns.
Fans should not expect a full-strength contest from the opposition side. Warm-up matches usually rotate players freely.
First Test in Mirpur
The first Test runs from Wednesday, 28 October to Sunday, 1 November. It is at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Mirpur.
The game starts at 10:00 am Bangladesh time, or 4:00 am GMT. If it goes the full five days, the last day falls on a Sunday.
- Venue: Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka
- Opening day: Wednesday, 28 October
- Final scheduled day: Sunday, 1 November
- Session start: 10:00 am local
The match includes a Friday (30 October). Friday is a weekly day off for most people in Bangladesh, so I expect the third day to draw a larger crowd.
A first Test in the capital also sets the tone for the series. The result decides whether the second match is a final push or a rescue mission.
Second Test in Sylhet
The series moves to Sylhet for the second Test from Thursday, 5 November to Monday, 9 November. The start time is again 10:00 am local, which is 4:00 am GMT.
Sylhet is a change of scene after the capital. The team travels north, and the squad faces a new ground.
- Venue: Sylhet International Cricket Stadium (listed as Sylhet Stadium by the West Indies board)
- Opening day: Thursday, 5 November
- Final scheduled day: Monday, 9 November
- Session start: 10:00 am local
The last day falls on a Monday, so the series will end in the work week. Anyone who wants to watch the finish live will need an early start in many time zones.
This is the final match of the tour. If the series is level after Mirpur, the Sylhet Test becomes a decider.
Start Times Around the World
Bangladesh uses UTC+6. Most Test sessions begin at 10:00 am there, which is a very different hour in other parts of the world.
| Region | 10:00 am Tests | 9:00 am tour match |
| Bangladesh | 10:00 am | 9:00 am |
| India and Sri Lanka | 9:30 am | 8:30 am |
| Pakistan | 9:00 am | 8:00 am |
| UK (GMT after 25 October) | 4:00 am | 4:00 am BST |
| Caribbean (Atlantic time) | Midnight | 11:00 pm the night before |
A few notes on this table. The UK clocks go back on 25 October, so the tour match on 22 October falls under BST, while both Tests fall under GMT.
For Caribbean fans, the West Indies board lists both Tests at 00:00 Atlantic time. That means the first ball is bowled at midnight, and play runs through the small hours.
It is a tough schedule for anyone who wants to watch live from the islands. A phone alert and a long night come with the package.
Gaps and Travel
Rest and travel are the quiet parts of any tour. This one gives the teams a few breaks.
- 25 to 27 October: three days between the tour match and the first Test
- 2 to 4 November: three days between the two Tests
- Travel: a move from Dhaka to Sylhet before 5 November
The first gap is enough to recover and run a net session or two. The second gap has to cover both the end of a five-day game and a move across the country.
If a Test finishes early, the break grows longer. If it goes to day five, the turnaround feels short.
Where Both Teams Come From
Both squads arrive from other commitments. The West Indies are listed with a five-match T20I series in India, and the last of those games is in Bengaluru on 17 October.
That leaves about five days between the end of that series and the tour match in Dhaka. It is a busy swing from white-ball cricket to Test preparation.
Bangladesh has its own October travel. ESPN lists a one-off Test in Abu Dhabi from 9 to 13 October on the team’s page.
Neither side has much time to reset. I would watch the first two days of the tour match for signs of rustiness.
What to Watch
A short series leaves little room for guesswork, so here are three things I would keep an eye on.
The opening session in Mirpur
The first morning of a two-Test series carries more weight than usual. Whoever grabs the early advantage can shape the whole contest.
Conditions in Sylhet
A change of venue means a change of pitch. Sides that read the surface well on day one should gain an edge.
The turnaround
Three days between the Tests is not much. A bowler who carries a heavy workload in Mirpur may need careful handling before Sylhet.
How to Follow the Series
A two-Test tour is easy to follow, but the start times can catch you out. A little planning goes a long way.
- Set alarms for 10:00 am Bangladesh time: that is 9:30 am in India and 4:00 am in the UK
- Check the toss result first, since it often shapes the opening session
- Caribbean viewers may prefer the later sessions, which land in the early morning rather than the middle of the night
- Keep Thursday, 5 November free if you want to see the second Test begin
Fans in South Asia have the easiest time. Morning starts fit a normal routine, and a Sunday finish in Mirpur makes the first Test friendly for working people.
If you can only follow one match closely, pick the second Test. By then the series will have a shape, and the stakes will be clear.
Key Takeaways
- Tour dates: 22 October to 9 November 2026
- Tour match: 22 to 24 October in Dhaka
- 1st Test: 28 October to 1 November at Shere Bangla National Stadium, Mirpur
- 2nd Test: 5 to 9 November at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium
- Start time: 10:00 am Bangladesh time, which is 9:30 am IST and 4:00 am GMT
FAQs
How many Tests does West Indies play in Bangladesh?
West Indies plays two Tests, with the first in Mirpur and the second in Sylhet.
When does the first Test start?
The first Test starts on Wednesday, 28 October at 10:00 am Bangladesh time.
Where is the second Test played?
The second Test is at Sylhet International Cricket Stadium from 5 to 9 November.
Is there a warm-up match before the Tests?
Yes, a three-day tour match is scheduled in Dhaka from 22 to 24 October.
What time do the Tests start in India?
Both Tests begin at 9:30 am Indian time.
Conclusion
The West Indies tour of Bangladesh 2026 match schedule is compact, with a warm-up and two Tests across about three weeks. The key dates are 22 October for the tour match, 28 October for the first Test, and 5 November for the second Test.
