Bangladesh vs West Indies Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast, 1st Test 2026, Day 1
Catch all the action of Day 1 of the 1st Test between Bangladesh and West Indies in the ICC World Test Championship on October 28, 2026. Find out where to watch the live streaming and telecast online for fans in Pakistan and Bangladesh (Tapmad). Specific broadcast details for other regions are yet to be announced.
The highly anticipated first Test match between Bangladesh and West Indies is set to commence on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, marking Day 1 of their two-match series in the ICC World Test Championship (2025-27 cycle). This red-ball encounter will unfold at the iconic Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh. Virat Kohli Congratulates 'Friend' Harry Kane on Winning Ballon d'Or 2026.
Bangladesh, currently placed fourth in the WTC standings, will be looking to leverage their home advantage against the West Indies, who sit in eighth position. The Tigers have shown promising form in the current cycle, with three wins, two losses, and one draw from six Tests, including a recent series draw against Australia and a 2-0 sweep at home against Pakistan. The West Indies, conversely, have struggled, securing only two wins, alongside eight losses and two draws from twelve matches, though they did draw a recent series 1-1 against Pakistan and won 1-0 against Sri Lanka in home conditions. Their last Test tour to Bangladesh in 2021 saw them clinch a 2-0 series victory.
Match Details & Timings
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | 1st Test, Day 1 |
| Teams | Bangladesh vs West Indies |
| Competition | ICC World Test Championship 2025-27 |
| Date | October 28, 2026 |
| Venue | Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium, Mirpur, Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Local Time (BST) | 10:00 AM (UTC+6) |
| GMT | 04:00 AM (UTC) |
| Indian Time (IST) | 09:30 AM (UTC+5:30) |
| USA Time (EDT) | 00:00 AM (Midnight, Oct 28) (UTC-4) |
Both teams have announced their squads with some notable changes. Bangladesh has seen the return of pace bowler Taskin Ahmed and wicketkeeper-batter Litton Das, while Soumya Sarkar has been dropped. Najmul Hossain Shanto will captain the Bangladesh side. For the West Indies, Alzarri Joseph and Shai Hope are absent, with Keemo Paul returning home due to personal reasons, leading to Shamar Springer joining the squad. Young batter Kevin Wickham, aged 23, receives his maiden Test call-up. Roston Chase will lead the West Indies team. A key player battle to watch out for will be between veteran Bangladeshi batter Mushfiqur Rahim and the fiery West Indies pacer Shamar Joseph.
Where to Watch Bangladesh vs West Indies 1st Test 2026, Day 1
Cricket fans around the globe can tune in to catch all the action live. The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) is handling the worldwide media rights for this home series, and specific broadcast details for most regions are yet to be announced. Indian Team Becomes Fastest To Score Team Century in T20I History.
| Region | TV Channel | Live Streaming Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | Not Available | Tapmad |
| Bangladesh | Not Available | Tapmad |
India - Fans can watch the live streaming of the series on the FanCode application and website after purchasing a tour pass, as no sports channels currently hold the broadcasting rights.
As the first day unfolds, both teams will be eager to make a strong statement in their pursuit of valuable World Test Championship points. Fans are encouraged to check their local listings for any last-minute updates on broadcast availability.
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