The West Indies vs Pakistan 1st Test marks the beginning of an important two-match Test series in the 2025-27 ICC World Test Championship cycle. The match will be played at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba, Trinidad, from July 25 to 29, with the venue hosting its first-ever men's Test match.
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WI vs PAK Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - Pakistan Tour of West Indies 2026, 1st Test

West Indies will be led by Roston Chase, who returns as Test captain, and the hosts have announced a fresh-looking squad featuring uncapped left-arm spinner Joshua Bishop, while Kirk McKenzie has earned a recall. However, they will miss experienced pacer Alzarri Joseph, who has made himself unavailable for selection.
Pakistan, under the leadership of Babar Azam, have arrived with a balanced squad that includes experienced names such as Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha, and Shan Masood. As per our WI vs PAK Dream11 prediction today match, Babar Azam, Shai Hope and Roston Chase will be among the most crucial picks for the 1st Test match.
West Indies vs New Zealand Match Details
| Series | Pakistan Tour of West Indies 2026 |
|---|---|
| Match | West Indies vs Pakistan, 1st Test |
| Toss | Will be updated |
| Venue | Brian Lara Stadium |
| City | Trinidad |
| Match Start Time | 7:30 PM IST, 25th July, 2026 |
| Scorecard | WI vs PAK 1st Test Scorecard |
| Live Streaming | Fancode |
WI vs PAK Dream11 Team Today Stats
| Player | Team | Player’s Stats (Last Test Match) |
|---|---|---|
| Justin Greaves | West Indies | 180 Runs |
| Jayden Seales | West Indies | 3 Wickets |
| Babar Azam | Pakistan | 115 Runs |
| Khurram Shahzad | Pakistan | 8 Wickets |
WI vs PAK Toss Prediction
Babar Azam returns as Pakistan's Test skipper, and he is likely to win the toss in the 1st Test match against West Indies at the Brian Lara Stadium and will most likely opt to bat first.
Record of Chasing Teams at Brian Lara Stadium
The Brian Lara Stadium is set to host its first-ever Test match, so the chasing record at this venue is not yet available.
WI vs PAK Playing 11 (Probable)
| West Indies Playing 11 | Pakistan Playing 11 |
|---|---|
| Brandon King | Azain Awais |
| Tagenarine Chanderpaul | Imam-ul-Haq |
| Shai Hope | Shan Masood |
| Amir Jangoo | Babar Azam(c) |
| Joshua Da Silva(wk) | Salman Agha |
| Roston Chase(c) | Mohammad Rizwan(wk) |
| Jomel Warrican | Abdullah Fazal |
| Justin Greaves | Aamer Jamal |
| Kemar Roach | Khurram Shahzad |
| Jayden Seales | Mohammad Abbas |
| Shamar Joseph | Sajid Khan |
WI vs PAK Top Run Scorers & Leading Wicket Takers
| Top Run Scorers | Justin Greaves and Babar Azam |
|---|---|
| Leading Wicket Takers | Jayden Seales and Khurram Shahzad |
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WI vs PAK Captain & Vice Captain Choices
| Captain | Shai Hope and Babar Azam |
|---|---|
| Vice-Captain | Roston Chase and Salman Ali Agha |
Top Picks for WI vs PAK Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Brandon King | West Indies | Batsman |
| Jayden Seales | West Indies | Bowler |
Budget Picks for WI vs PAK Dream11 Prediction
| Player | Team | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Khurram Shahzad | Pakistan | Bowler |
| Sajid Khan | Pakistan | Bowler |
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Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match
- Keeper: S Hope, M Rizwan
- Batters: B Azam(c), B King, S Masood
- All-rounder: R Chase(vc), S Agha, J Warrican
- Bowlers: K Roach, K Shahzad, J Seales
Best Dream11 Team Today
- Keeper: S Hope(c), M Rizwan
- Batters: B Azam, T Chanderpaul, S Masood
- All-rounder: R Chase, S Agha(vc), J Greaves
- Bowlers: K Shahzad, S Khan, S Joseph
Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for the WI vs PAK match based on their experience in fantasy cricket.
WI vs PAK Dream11 Prediction Today (1st Test) Players to Avoid
According to our WI vs PAK Dream11 team prediction, Kirk McKenzie and Joshua Bishop might not feature in the West Indies lineup.
| Player | Dream11 Credits |
|---|---|
| Kirk McKenzie | 7.0 |
| Joshua Bishop | 6.0 |
WI vs PAK Weather & Pitch Report at Brian Lara Stadium
- The weather for the first Test at the Brian Lara Stadium in Tarouba is expected to be warm and humid, with temperatures around 25°C to 27°C. There is a chance of light rain or short showers during the match, especially on the opening day.
- The pitch at the Brian Lara Stadium is expected to help fast bowlers early in the match. Batters may find it difficult at the start, but the surface should become better for batting as the game goes on. By the fourth and fifth days, the pitch is likely to slow down and offer more help to the spinners.
| Temperature | 25°C |
|---|---|
| Weather Forecast | Partly Sunny |
| Pitch Behaviour | Balanced |
| Best Suited To | Spinners |
| Average 1st Innings Score | N/A |
WI vs PAK H2H Records
Pakistan and West Indies have played 56 Test matches, with Pakistan winning 22, West Indies winning 19, and 15 matches ending in a draw. Pakistan have a small lead in the overall record, but many of their matches have been closely contested.
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| West Indies (WI) | 19 |
| Pakistan (PAK) | 22 |
| Draw | 15 |
Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.
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