Published on 12:00 AM, June 02, 2022

What they said

Imrul Kayes

Since we did not have a good Test series, it will be important for us to gain the confidence back. I think we have the ability but we need to play as a unit which was missing in the Test series. It is very important to have a good start with the bat to lay the platform for a big total. Someone from the top needs to bat till 15-16 over as T20 cricket is a fast-paced game and it's not easy for a new batter to go out there and hit the bat right from the word go. The last time we won the T20I series in West Indies where Tamim Iqbal gave good starts and we capitalised on those starts. If we can post totals around 170-180 and put pressure on the West Indies, there is a chance but if we score 140-150, it won't help.

Nazmul Islam Apu

West Indies are a tough opponent in the T20 format and they have shown that through their muscle cricket. From bowling point of view, I feel we need to be cleverer in operating against the Windies batters. The last time when we won the T20 series, we had the belief even after losing the first game. Though the pitches there mostly help the seamers, in T20 format spinners can play a big role too. It is important not to bowl too quick on those surfaces and not give anything on the slot as they are strong enough to clear the field. If our spinners can tempt the Windies batters and force them to reach for the balls and use the variation accordingly, we have a good chance of beating them. The spinners can use bowling on block holes, like I did in the previous tour, as part of variation.

Rubel Hossain

The pace bowling department will play a crucial role in the upcoming limited over formats in West Indies. Since we will begin with the T20 series, it will be important for our seamers to keep things full and straight and they should hardly give any room to the batters. Change of pace also plays a big role in any conditions in the shortest format. Our fast bowling unit is doing really well in recent times and I am confident that they will continue to do that in West Indies.