Pakistan vs West Indies 3rd T20I Match Prediction – Who will win today’s match between PAK vs WI?

Pakistan and West Indies are set to lock horns in the third and final match of the three-game T20I series on Thursday, December 16 at the National Stadium in Karachi. The Men in Green, led by Babar Azam, have already taken an unassailable 2-0 lead after winning the second game by nine runs.

Unlike the first game, the second turned kept the audience at the edge of their seats. The hosts got themselves up to 172 after short, yet useful contributions from their batters. Thereafter, Brandon King muscled his way to a 43-ball 67, but the Caribbean team was bowled out for 163 in 20 overs.

Match Details:

Match – Pakistan vs West Indies, 3rd T20I

Venue – National Stadium, Karachi

Time – 6:30 PM IST

Where to watch live – Sony Sports Network, Sony LIV

Pitch Report 

The pitch in Karachi has been an excellent one for batting and the bowlers haven’t found it easy thus far. Batting first has been the easier option for teams. The spinners are most likely to get a lot of assistance from the surface.

Average score – 189 in 6 T20Is at the National Stadium

Record of chasing teams – Win- 1, Loss -5, N/R- 0

Probable Playing XIs

Pakistan

Predicted XI: Mohammad Rizwan (wk), Babar Azam (c), Fakhar Zaman, Haider Ali, Asif Ali, Ifthikar Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Mohammad Nawaz, Shaheen Afridi, Mohammad Wasim Jr/Usman Qadir, Haris Rauf

West Indies

Predicted XI: Shai Hope, Brandon King, Darren Bravo, Nicholas Pooran (c and wk), Rovman Powell, Odean Smith, Hayden Walsh Jr, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Dominic Drakes/Romario Shepherd, Oshane Thomas

PAK vs WI Head-to-Head

Matches- 20, Pakistan– 14, West Indies– 3, N/R- 3, Tied- 0

Probable top performers

Mohammad Rizwan – Pakistan

Mohammad Rizwan has been in stupendous form in the ongoing T20I series. The right-hander has notched 116 runs at an average of 58 and a strike rate of 141.46. He has already notched one half-century with a top score of 78. If he gets going and gets his eyes in, the West Indies bowlers could be in for a lot of trouble.

Mohammad Wasim Jr – Pakistan

Mohammad Wasim Jr. has been in excellent rhythm in the ongoing T20I series. The right-arm fast bowler has picked up six wickets thus far in the series. He also has a four-wicket haul to show for his efforts. However, he needs to take care of his economy rate, which is currently at 9.87.

Match Prediction – Pakistan to win the match.

Disclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.