Top Pakistani cricketers-ODI skipper Mohammad Rizwan, Babar Azam, Naseem Shah, and Abdullah Shafique-have arrived in Florida ahead of their One Day International (ODI) series against the West Indies. The much-anticipated series is scheduled to take place this August and marks a crucial phase in Pakistan’s preparations ahead of major international events.
ODI Series Schedule and Venue
The three-match ODI series will be hosted at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad. The matches are set to be played on the following dates:
- 1st ODI: August 8
- 2nd ODI: August 10
- 3rd ODI: August 12
This series is expected to offer exciting competition, as both teams gear up to test their lineups and strategies.
Babar Azam Returns to the National Squad
One of the most notable developments is the return of Babar Azam to the national side across any format. The 30-year-old batting maestro last represented Pakistan during the home series against New Zealand in April 2025. Since then, he has not been part of the T20I squad, with his most recent appearance in the shortest format dating back to December 2024 against South Africa.
Babar’s inclusion in the ODI lineup will boost Pakistan’s batting strength, and his experience will be critical in navigating the West Indian bowling attack.
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Mohammad Rizwan to Lead ODI Side
Wicketkeeper-batsman Mohammad Rizwan will captain the ODI side. Rizwan, like Babar, has also been absent from recent T20Is, with his last match in the format also occurring during the December 2024 South Africa series. His leadership and consistent performance make him a dependable figure as Pakistan builds momentum towards the upcoming global tournaments.
Pakistan starts T20I Series with a Victory
While the ODI squad has just arrived in Florida, Pakistan’s T20I team has already made a strong start to their campaign in the Caribbean. Pakistan kicked off the three-match T20I series with a 14-run victory over the West Indies in a hard-fought opener held at Central Broward Regional Park Stadium Turf Ground.
The victory provides Pakistan with early momentum in the series and highlights the squad’s depth and form ahead of the upcoming ODIs.
Looking Ahead
This tour not only features high-stakes matches but also sets the stage for player evaluations, strategy refinement, and team cohesion. With Babar Azam’s return, Rizwan’s leadership, and the energy of young talents like Naseem Shah and Abdullah Shafique, Pakistan fans have much to look forward to.
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