Cricket Betting: Pakistan vs West Indies ODI Series

When Pakistan and West Indies clash in a three-match ODI series in the UAE, it will be a clash of two strugglers. Pakistan are still struggling to find a mix that will solve their woes in ODIs, while the visitors are in a similar fight. But take nothing away from either side as they will come out desperate for success. The first match of the series is on Friday, September 30 at Sharjah.

Pakistan literally blew their visitors away in the T20 series preceding this series with exceptional display all throughout. It was of course the spin of Imad Wasim that did the trick and there’s no reason why spin won’t be the king again. Returning captain Azhar Ali will have to find a suitable partner at the top while Sarfraz Ahmed adds panache to their middle order.

With the ball, it would be interesting to see how effective Yasir Shah would be – considering the success of Imad in the T20s. Mohammad Amir and Wahab Riaz had so little to do in the T20s but they will be coming to the fore in the ODIs.

For the visitors, the unexpected crumble in the shortest format should be erased completely and start afresh. Jason Holder who had no role to play in that series will have to answer the preying eyes on his captaincy – something which he wasn’t able to justify thus far. The selection of Kraigg Brathwaite at the top of the order is an interesting one, considering his lack of success in white-ball cricket.

Sunil Narine would be expected to bring some control with the ball while all eyes will be on the exciting young fast-bowler Alzarri Joseph. Holder too will have a tough task of justifying his place while Suleiman Benn will be expected to keep it tight.

As expected, there is very little in the market for a Pakistan win. If and only if you are aggressive, back the Windies to win – but there are risks with this bet .

Tip: West Indies to win – $2.40 at CrownBet

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