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WI vs PAK 1st ODI: All you need to know, head to head, playing XI
Turning their attention to the ODIs, West Indies and Pakistan are preparing to face off in the first ODI of a three-match series on Friday at Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad. The series follows a closely fought T20I series, which Pakistan edged out 2-1, showcasing their dominance over West Indies in West Indies.
While the T20I leg was full of explosive moments and outstanding performances, the ODIs present a different challenge, demanding consistency and a balanced approach. For Pakistan, the transition into the ODIs comes with a significant boost, as they will be boosted by the return of senior players Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam.
Pakistan’s T20I squad featured several young players under the leadership of Salman Agha, but the return of Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan will add much-needed stability to the batting order. Heading into the ODIs, Pakistan will look to continue the momentum they gained from their T20I series win. West Indies, on the other hand, despite the loss, fought hard through their explosive batting lineup. Players like Shai Hope, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, and Romario Shepherd will need to step up to help West Indies challenge the pumped-up Pakistan.
Head-to-head
Matches – 137
WI won – 71
PAK won – 63
NR - 3
West Indies probable XI: Shai Hope (c), Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Jewel Andrew, Amir Jangoo
Pakistan probable XI: Mohammad Rizwan (c), Saim Ayub, Mohammad Haris (wk), Babar Azam, Salman Ali Agha, Hasan Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Hasan Ali
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