West Indies, Pakistan Begin Trinidad ODI Series

The West Indies and Pakistan are set to begin a three-match ODI series at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, with both teams aiming to rebound from recent poor ODI performances. West Indies have suffered a setback as young fast bowler Matthew Forde has been ruled out with a shoulder injury and replaced by Johann Layne, while experienced pacer Alzarri Joseph is being rested. Shai Hope leads a West Indies squad that combines youth and experience, including the return of Romario Shepherd, as they seek crucial ranking points for 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup qualification. Pakistan, captained by Mohammad Rizwan and featuring key players such as Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi, have also faced recent ODI struggles and are shifting focus from T20 to ODI cricket. Both teams view the series as vital for rebuilding momentum and restoring confidence. The matches are not televised in India but are available via streaming platforms.