Pakistan vs West Indies, PAK vs WI 2025, Today Match Prediction: Reddy Anna Match Prediction & Betting Tips
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Host Pakistan eye a strong show against West Indies in Test series opener at Multan.
Shan Masood, Salman Ali Agha, and Sajid Khan have been consistent performers for Pakistan in the five-day format. Meanwhile, Kavem Hodge, Jayden Seales, and Kemar Roach have been bankable performers for the West Indies in red-ball cricket. In December 2024, West Indies managed to draw the two-match Test series played against Bangladesh. However, expect Pakistan to register a thumping win over West Indies at Multan.
Tournament Details
- Tournament: West Indies tour of Pakistan, 2025
- Format: Test
- Venue: Multan International Cricket Stadium, Multan City, Pakistan
- Toss Prediction: To Bat
- Weather: 7.4°C | Fog
PAK vs WI Match Prediction & Analysis
Host Pakistan will be looking to kick-start their home season on a positive note when they take on West Indies in the opening game of the Test series at Multan Cricket Stadium, starting from Friday (17th January).
Despite losing the series in South Africa, Shan Masood-led Pakistan starts as favorites for this two-match Test series. The home side will aim to deliver a clinical performance with bat and ball in this series opener. On the other hand, West Indies will look to adapt to the conditions and put up a decent show against Pakistan.
In 21 Tests played in Pakistan, The Green Shirts have emerged victorious on nine occasions. West Indies’ last Test win in Pakistan came in 1990 at Faisalabad.
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In the batting department, the side will rely on the likes of captain Shan Masood, opener Imam Ul Haq, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Salman Ali Agha, and wicket-keeper Mohammad Rizwan to deliver the bulk of the runs.
Since January 2024, middle-order batter Saud Shakeel has topped the batting charts for Pakistan in Test cricket. In 7 Tests, Shakeel has accumulated 560 runs at an average of 43.07, including two centuries and two half-centuries. Besides Shakeel, captain Shan Masood has shown decent form at the top, scoring 522 runs at an average of 40.15.
In the bowling department, the spin trio of Sajid Khan, Noman Ali, and Abrar Ahmed will be pivotal in providing timely breakthroughs. Khurram Shehzad will be the lone pacer for Pakistan for this series opener.
Pakistan Predicted Playing XI: Shan Masood (c), Imam Ul Haq, Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Ali Agha, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Sajid Khan, Noman Ali, Abrar Ahmed, Khurram Shehzad.
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In the batting department, the side will depend on the likes of captain Kraigg Brathwaite, opener Mikyle Louis, Kavem Hodge, Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, and wicket-keeper Joshua Da Silva to score the bulk of the runs.
Since January 2024, Kavem Hodge has been a standout performer for West Indies in Test cricket. In nine Tests, Hodge has accumulated 516 runs at an average of 28.66, including one century and three half-centuries.
In the bowling department, the pace trio of Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, and Anderson Phillip will be crucial in providing breakthroughs with the new ball. Kevin Sinclair and Gudakesh Motie will be the two frontline spinners for the visitors in this opening clash.
West Indies Predicted Playing XI: Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Mikyle Louis, Keacy Carty, Kavem Hodge, Alick Athanaze, Joshua Da Silva (wk), Gudakesh Motie, Jomel Warrican/Kevin Sinclair, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Anderson Phillip.
Weather Conditions
The wicket at Multan is expected to be on the drier side and helpful for spinners. Batters will need patience to score big runs. The weather forecast indicates sunny skies with light winds.
PAK vs WI Pitch Report
Multan Cricket Stadium has been a great venue for teams batting first. Three of the last five matches here have been won by the side batting first. Both captains will look to win the toss, bat first, and post a competitive total on the board.
PAK vs WI Winning Prediction
Based on current form, Pakistan will be the favorites to win their match against the West Indies. With the likes of Sajid Khan, Noman Ali, and Abrar Ahmed in their ranks, the home side boasts quality spinners to trouble West Indies’ inexperienced batting lineup.
Expect Pakistan to register a thumping win over West Indies at Multan.
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