The second ODI of the three-match series between West Indies and Pakistan will be played on Sunday, August 10, at the Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad. The match will begin at 7 pm IST, with live streaming available on FanCode (app and website). Pakistan lead the series 1-0 after a thrilling win in the first ODI and will be eyeing a series-clinching victory, while the hosts will be desperate to bounce back and keep their hopes alive.
Recap of 1st ODI
In the opening match, Pakistan capitalized on their momentum from the T20I leg of the tour. West Indies had a strong start with Evin Lewis (60), Shai Hope (55), and Roston Chase (53) all scoring half-centuries, but none could convert them into big hundreds. They finished on 280 in 49 overs, with Pakistan’s new-ball duo Shaheen Shah Afridi (4/51) and Naseem Shah (3/55) causing key damage.
Chasing the target, Pakistan were under pressure at 180/5 in the 38th over, but Hasan Nawaz (63 off 54)* and Hussain Talat (41 off 37)* stitched an unbeaten 104-run stand off 70 balls, sealing a remarkable win for the visitors.
Match Details
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Match: West Indies vs Pakistan, 2nd ODI, Pakistan tour of West Indies 2025
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Date & Time: Sunday, August 10, 7 pm IST
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Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad
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Live Streaming: FanCode (app and website)
Pitch Report
The Brian Lara Stadium pitch is expected to be slightly better for batting compared to the first ODI. While early seam movement may trouble batters, scoring should get easier as the innings progresses. Spinners are likely to play a more decisive role in the middle overs, with the surface expected to assist turn as it wears down.
Head-to-Head Record
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Matches Played: 138
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West Indies Wins: 71
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Pakistan Wins: 64
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Tied: 3
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No Result: 0
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First-ever Fixture: June 11, 1975
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Most Recent Fixture Before Series: June 12, 2022
Team Overviews & Key Players
West Indies:
The hosts will be eager to level the series, especially with the added motivation of improving their standing for the 2027 ODI World Cup qualification. Captain Shai Hope remains their most reliable batter, while Evin Lewis provides the firepower at the top. Roston Chase is vital with both bat and ball, and pacers Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales will look to exploit early conditions.
Key Players: Shai Hope, Evin Lewis, Roston Chase, Shamar Joseph.
Pakistan:
Pakistan’s morale is high after their fighting win in the first ODI. Skipper Mohammad Rizwan will again anchor the middle order alongside Babar Azam, while youngsters Hasan Nawaz and Saim Ayub offer attacking options. The pace attack of Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah remains their biggest weapon, backed by the all-round ability of Faheem Ashraf and spin from Sufiyan Muqeem.
Key Players: Babar Azam, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Hasan Nawaz.
Probable Playing XIs
West Indies:
Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c & wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales, Jediah Blades.
Pakistan:
Abdullah Shafique, Saim Ayub, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (c & wk), Salman Ali Agha, Hasan Nawaz, Hussain Talat, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Shah Afridi, Naseem Shah, Sufiyan Muqeem.
Probable Scenarios & Match Prediction
If Pakistan’s pace attack finds early swing, West Indies could again be pushed into playing catch-up. The hosts need one of their top-order batters to convert a fifty into a big century to post a match-winning score. Spin could be decisive in the second innings, making batting first a slightly safer option.
Prediction: Pakistan start as slight favourites due to their in-form pace attack and depth in batting. However, if West Indies’ top order clicks and the bowlers execute their plans well, they can force a decider in the third ODI.
