West Indies will cross swords with Pakistan in the first match of the two-match Test series at Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, starting on Saturday, July 25.
West Indies is entering this series on the back of a 1-0 Test series win over Sri Lanka at home in July 2026. On the other hand, Pakistan suffered a 0-2 Test series defeat to Bangladesh away from home in May 2026.
WI vs PAK, Test Series 2026, Match 1, Match Details
Match: West Indies vs Pakistan, Test Series 2026, Match 1
Time & Date: 7:30 PM IST, July 25 to 29
Venue: Brian Lara Stadium, Tarouba, Trinidad
WI vs PAK, Test Series 2026, Match 1 Pitch Report
The Trinidad surface is expected to assist pacers with the new ball. However, as the game progresses, we can expect batters to settle down and score some crucial runs. Spinners might aslo have their fair share in the latter stages of the game.
WI vs PAK, Test Series 2026, Match 1 Probable XIs
West Indies
Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Brandon King, Kavem Hodge, Amir Jangoo, Shai Hope (wk), Roston Chase (c), Justin Greaves, Jomel Warrican, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales, Kemar Roach
Pakistan
Azan Awais, Abdullah Fazal, Shan Masood, Babar Azam (c), Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Salman Agha, Aamer Jamal, Khurram Shahzad, Sajid Khan, Mohammad Abbas, Mohammad Ali
WI vs PAK, Test Series 2026, Match 1, Winner Prediction
Match Winner: West Indies
These two sides have played against each other in 56 Tests. While Pakistan secured 22 wins, West Indies bagged 19 victories, with 15 contests ending in a draw. With home advantage on their side, we can expect the West Indies side to start the series on a winning note.
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