Cricket Prediction | WI vs PAK | Pakistan tour of West Indies 2025 | 2nd ODI | August 10 – Can WI Balance the Series?

WI vs PAK Match Analysis

The 2nd ODI between West Indies and Pakistan will take place at the Tarouba Cricket Ground on August 10, 2025. The match is scheduled for a late afternoon start, with an expected duration of around 7 hours, including breaks.

The West Indies have shown resilience with a blend of youth and experience. Their middle order has been bolstered by consistent performers, and the team looks to bounce back strongly after a narrow loss in the T20 format.

Pakistan comes into this match with confidence following a tightly fought victory in the 3rd T20I at Lauderhill. With a well-balanced squad combining strong batting talent and pace bowling firepower.

West Indies vs Pakistan Team Preview & Squads

West Indies

In the heat of battle, Shai Hope’s composure is the cool breeze the West Indies rely on.  As a dependable middle-order batsman, Hope can stabilize the innings and guide his team under pressure.

The WI batting order boasts some powerful hitters like Evin Lewis and Brandon King, supported by the versatile Roston Chase and Sherfane Rutherford. The presence of wicketkeepers Jewel Andrew and Amir Jangoo adds flexibility.

From thunderbolts to turning tracks, Seales, Shepherd, and Motie give batters nightmares in every department. The seamers have shown improvement in recent matches, and the spinners will play a key role in controlling runs and picking wickets in the middle overs.

In the 3rd T20I at Lauderhill on August 3, 2025, WI fell short by 13 runs despite a fighting total of 176/6 chasing Pakistan’s 189/4. The batting showed flashes of brilliance but lacked the finishing punch in the final overs. The bowlers managed to take some crucial wickets but were unable to contain the Pakistani lineup in the powerplay.

West Indies Squad

West Indies Squad

Shai Hope (c), Jewel Andrew (wk), Jediah Blades, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Justin Greaves, Amir Jangoo (wk), Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Johann Layne, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd.

Pakistan

Pakistan’s Mohammad Rizwan upholds his reputation for consistent excellence, both on the field as a batsman and as the team’s captain. His aggressive yet composed style sets the tone for the team, and his wicketkeeping skills add balance.

PAK batting is spearheaded by Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique, with solid support from Salman Agha and Mohammad Nawaz. The middle order is well-rounded with players like Hussain Talat and Faheem Ashraf capable of accelerating when needed. Rizwan’s presence at the top stabilizes the innings consistently.

PAK bowling arsenal is formidable, with pace spearheads Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah leading the attack. Abrar Ahmed and Hasan Ali provide quality spin options, while Hasan Nawaz and Sufiyan Muqeem add depth. The bowling unit is known for its ability to take wickets at crucial intervals.

Pakistan clinched a close win in the 3rd T20I at Lauderhill on August 3, 2025, posting 189/4 and defending it successfully by 13 runs. Their top order laid a solid foundation, and the bowlers executed plans effectively to maintain control in the death overs.

Pakistan Squad

Pakistan Squad

Mohammad Rizwan (c), Salman Agha (vc), Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Babar Azam, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Mohammad Haris (wk), Mohammad Nawaz, Naseem Shah, Saim Ayub, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Sufiyan Muqeem.

WI vs PAK Outfield Report

Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad

The Tarouba pitch is known for being a balanced wicket, offering something for both batsmen and bowlers. Early movement can assist the pacers under lights, while the surface tends to slow down slightly, bringing spinners into play in the middle overs. Batsmen need to be patient and pick their moments wisely.

The weather is expected to be warm and humid with temperatures around 31°C, typical of the Caribbean summer. Interruptions due to rain are unlikely given the minimal chance of precipitation. The humidity may cause some wear on the ball, aiding bowlers, especially in the later stages.

Historically, the highest ODI score at Tarouba hovers around 280 when batting first, while teams chasing have successfully achieved totals as low as 200 on slower pitches. This suggests a competitive but achievable target for either side, with the toss likely to influence match strategy.

West Indies vs Pakistan Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In the most recent five matches between West Indies and Pakistan across formats, Pakistan has edged ahead with three victories against two for the West Indies, with several games going down to the wire.

WI vs PAK Prediction

According to cricket analysts Pakistan have a 56% chance of Winning.