The Pakistan cricket team is currently on tour in the West Indies, where they have taken a 2-1 lead by winning the three-match T20 series. Now, the team is scheduled to play a three-match ODI series against the hosts starting August 8th.
Sports News: The thrilling cricket rivalry between the West Indies and Pakistan is set to resume. The three-match ODI series will commence on August 8, 2025, with the first match to be held at the prestigious Brian Lara Cricket Stadium in Trinidad. Prior to this, Pakistan secured a 2-1 victory in the three-match T20 series between the two teams. All eyes are now on the ODI matches, where both teams will enter with renewed energy.
Team Preparations and Captains
Cricket West Indies announced their team for the ODI series a few days ago. Shai Hope will be leading the team as captain this time. On the other hand, Mohammad Rizwan will take the field as the ODI captain for Pakistan. Both teams appear quite balanced considering their recent performances and team composition. While Pakistan looks b with the return of their experienced players, the West Indies will try to capitalize on their home advantage.
Key Players to Watch
Pakistan
- Babar Azam – Making a comeback after a long time and can make a big impact with his batting.
- Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah – This pace bowling duo will be seen together in ODIs, which can be a challenge for the opposition batsmen.
West Indies
- Romario Shepherd – Returning after an injury and can prove to be crucial for the team with his all-round performance.
- Jewel Andrew – An opportunity for the young batsman to prove his mettle.
- Jediah Blades – A left-arm fast bowler whose bowling will be keenly watched by fans.
First Match Date, Time, and Venue
- Date – August 8, 2025
- Venue – Brian Lara Cricket Stadium, Trinidad
- Time – The match will start at 11:30 PM Indian Standard Time.
Live Broadcast and Streaming
In India, FanCode holds the broadcasting rights for this series. Fans can watch the live streaming of this match through FanCode's mobile app and website. Additionally, the match can also be watched directly on smart TVs via the FanCode app. A subscription to FanCode is required to watch the live streaming.
Pakistan displayed their rhythm by winning the T20 series 2-1, but the dynamics of the game are different in the ODI format. Here, batsmen get more time to build their innings, while bowlers have to implement their strategies in longer spells.
Series Schedule
- First ODI – August 8, 2025, Brian Lara Cricket Stadium, Trinidad
- Second ODI – August 11, 2025
- Third ODI – August 14, 2025
