WI vs PAK Match Preview

The first game of the three-match series will be crucial for both the West Indies and Pakistan. The West Indies will look to recover from a disastrous series loss to Australia, in which they failed to win a single game. The Pakistanis also lost the previous series versus Bangladesh and will look to avenge that loss with a victory in this game. Pakistan has beaten the West Indies in the past few years, sweeping the last eight meetings between the two teams. They come into this series with a strong bowling attack and will try to get the most out of it. The West Indies lost to Australia, and it will be fascinating to see if they will regain their confidence and recover for this tour. 

WI vs PAK Match Details

West Indies vs Pakistan – 1st T20I Match, West Indies Series 2025

Venue: Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium, Lauderhill

Date & Time: 01st August 2025 at 05:30 AM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

WI vs PAK Venue Stats

WI vs PAK Pitch Report

Fast bowlers typically enjoy the bounce, particularly early on when there is some carry. Batting becomes easier as the ball softens, but strokeplay still requires timing over brute force in the middle overs

WI vs PAK Weather Report

The weather is going to be mostly cloudy, with the possibility of light showers overnight. 

WI vs PAK Last Five Matches

WI vs PAK Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: WI vs PAK Dream11 Prediction 3rd T20I match

WI vs PAK Probable Playing XIs:

Pakistan Probable Playing XIs

Salman Agha (c), Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Haris (wk), Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi

West Indies Probable Playing XIs

Shai Hope (c & wk), Brandon King, Keacy Carty, Shimron Hetmyer, Sherfane Rutherford, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Matthew Forde, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie

Topmost Picks for WI vs PAK Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – West Indies

• Shai Hope – Shai Hope has been the top scorer, scoring 176 runs over four innings at a strike rate of 149.15.
• Jason Holder – Jason Holder has been quite effective so far, taking five wickets and going at 9.50 per over.

Top Picks – Pakistan

• Sahibzada Farhan – Sahibzada Farhan was the team's top run-scorer, hitting 63 runs in a single game at a strike rate of 153.65.
• Shaheen Afridi –  Shaheen Afridi has the necessary experience and tactical advantage to take multiple wickets in the first T20I.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for WI vs PAK Dream11 Team:

Shai Hope(C), Brandon King, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman(VC), Shimron Hetmyer, Faheem Ashraf, Romario Shepherd, Jason Holder, Alzarri Joseph, Haris Rauf, Shaheen Afridi

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Shai Hope, Saim Ayub

Vice-captain – Fakhar Zaman, Jason Holder

Wicketkeeper – Shai Hope

WI vs PAK Probable Winners:

The West Indies have much to prove in this series. The squad's performance in the previous series against Australia were disastrous. The bowling attack is a source of tension for the team, and they must pull together to perform well. Pakistan has had its share of problems during recent games, but it has a strong record versus the West Indies. They also possess a stronger bowling attack, which gives them an advantage. Considering the team combination, Pakistan is expected to win this match.