Pakistan dominated West Indies in the T20I series and ended up winning it with a 2-1 margin. Now, these two sides will indulge in the 50-over format, starting on Friday. The first ODI has a scheduled start of 11:30 PM IST at Brian Lara Stadium. The superstar duo of Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam is back for Pakistan, and fans will see them in action in ODIs since the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Toss Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Toss?
The toss will have a lot of importance for this game because there is a 50 percent chance of rain during the scheduled time. That will make it tough for the team that bats first. If we look at both captains, Mohammad Rizwan has a better percentage at winning the tosses.
Our Toss Prediction: Pakistan likely to win the toss & chose to bowl
Historical Toss Record (WI vs PAK)
| Match | Date | Venue | Toss | Toss Winner | Match Winner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd ODI | Jun 12, 2022 | Multan | PAK elected to bat | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| 2nd ODI | Jun 10, 2022 | Multan | PAK elected to bat | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| 1st ODI | Jun 8, 2022 | Multan | WI elected to bowl | West Indies | Pakistan |
Toss Stats by Captains
West Indies Toss Record (Shai Hope):
- Matches: 35
- Tosses Won: 16
- Win %: 45.71
Pakistan Toss Record (Mohammad Rizwan):
- Matches: 17
- Tosses Won: 10
- Win %: 58.8
The overall record and historical stats suggest that both teams have struggled to win tosses. But Pakistan have a better record than West Indies when it comes to winning the tosses.
Pitch & Weather Report – Shere Bangla Stadium
- The forecast for Friday in Trinidad shows scattered thunderstorms, with the maximum temperature being around 29°C.
- The surface at Brian Lara Stadium offers help for the bowlers throughout the game. It will slow down, and spinners will be more effective.
- In 4 ODIs played at this venue, 2 have been won by the team batting first, while the other 2 have been won by the chasing side. The average score is 207.
- The rain might make it difficult with the new ball. Hence, the team that bowls first can use the conditions to their advantage.
WI vs PAK – Head-to-Head Record (ODIs)
| Total Matches | WI Wins | PAK Wins | No Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137 | 71 | 63 | 3 |
Probable Playing XIs
West Indies Playing XI:
Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c & wk), Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Sherfane Rutherford. Jayden Seales, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph
Pakistan Playing XI:
Abdullah Shafique, Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Babar Azam, Saim Ayub, Salman Agha, Md. Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali, Sufiyan Muqeem
Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today’s Match?
There is a lot on the line for West Indies. Though this is the first game of the series, the past few months have been a nightmare for West Indies across formats. They are not scoring runs and taking wickets. Bowling is the big aspect where they are lacking. Pakistan have their best bowling attack with them. That is why they have a big chance of winning.
Win Probability
| Team | Win Chance |
|---|---|
| West Indies | 45% |
| Pakistan | 55% |
Players to Watch
Best Batters:
West Indies: Shai Hope, Keacy Carty
Pakistan: Babar Azam, Saim Ayub
Best Bowlers:
West Indies: Shamar Joseph, Akeal Hosein
Pakistan: Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi
Final Prediction
Toss Winner: Pakistan (likely)
Match Winner Prediction: On the basis of the current form and momentum, Pakistan are best suited to win the first ODI.
Our final verdict is that Pakistan have a better combination in both departments. West Indies have been guilty of not playing the complete quota of 50 overs because of the vulnerability of the batting. That gives an edge to Pakistan, and they are favorites for this match.
