The first ODI between the West Indies and Pakistan will be played on 8th August 2025, at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba from 11:30 PM IST. Catch all the live updates of this match, including the playing XI, match winner prediction, head-to-head record, tips, odds of the West Indies vs Pakistan 1st ODI match.
West Indies vs Pakistan Tips & Odds
Stats
- Shai Hope has scored 524 runs at an average of 43.66 in 13 ODIs against Pakistan, including three half-centuries and two centuries.
- Shaheen Afridi, in seven ODI matches against West Indies, has claimed 14 wickets at an average of 20.21.
- The Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba has hosted just one men’s ODI before.
Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Tarouba Pitch Report
At the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba, the pitch initially favors pacers during the powerplay overs, offering early bounce and seam movement that makes it challenging for top-order batters. However, as the match progresses, the surface evens out and becomes more conducive to stroke play, especially in the middle overs. Later in the innings, the pitch offers some turn and grip for spinners.
Most ODI matches at this venue are low-to-moderate scoring affairs, with an average first-innings total of 235-250. Additionally, dew often plays a role in day-night games, which can assist the team batting second.
WI vs PAK Head-to-Head Record
Pakistan has won 10 of the last 12 ODIs between them, while the West Indies has won 2. Pakistan has been leading the recent trend, including whitewash victories in their most recent bilateral ODI match, even if the West Indies has a little advantage in the overall ODI record.
- Matches Played: 137
- West Indies Won: 71
- Pakistan Won: 63
- No Result: 3
West Indies vs Pakistan Squads
West Indies: Shai Hope (c), Jewel Andrew, Jediah Blades, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shephard.
Pakistan: Mohammad Rizwan (c), Salman Agha, Abdullah Shafique, Babar Azam, Abrar Ahmed, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem
West Indies vs Pakistan Match Winner Prediction
Pakistan are slight favorites due to their recent success on the tour in the T20I series and well-balanced squad. Their dominant ODI performances against the West Indies include a 3-0 victory in 2022 and a 10-game winning streak in the previous 12 games.
Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan will be in action for the first time since the Champions Trophy in February 2025. Rizwan will be key in setting the tone for his side, while Babar has a fantastic record against the West Indies, with a batting average of nearly 80 and five centuries in ODIs.
The West Indies team is still struggling to hit form consistently in contrast to their recent white-ball performance, particularly in ODIs. They might have a real chance if Shai Hope and the spinners contribute significantly, especially on a home wicket that favors spin later in the innings. The bowling attack will depend mainly on Akeal Hosein's ability to control the middle overs, take wickets, and keep the run rate down.
Our Prediction: Pakistan to Win!
