*Official* Quarter Final 1 - Pakistan v West Indies

[SeamUp]

I think there could be a big upset on the cards here. On paper Pakistan are all over the Windies like a rash but I can see a Gayle coming off and he is due a big one.

Also with the game being in Bangla...its definitely bringing back good memories to the Windies.

[Blaze 18]

But Pak's opening spin bowler doesn't turn it and doesn't get many wickets so Gayle should like that. Pak haven't played in Bangladesh as well, so the Windies will at least be more in-tune with the conditions.

That match lasted all of thirty-one overs. I don't think that's going to help them much to be honest. Besides, the conditions will certainly suit Pakistan more.

[TT Boy]

That match lasted all of thirty-one overs. I don't think that's going to help them much to be honest. Besides, the conditions will certainly suit Pakistan more.

[Blaze 18]

[GotSpin]

I think there could be a big upset on the cards here. On paper Pakistan are all over the Windies like a rash but I can see a Gayle coming off and he is due a big one.

Also with the game being in Bangla...its definitely bringing back good memories to the Windies.

Really? Though it'll depend on the Windies selection

[TT Boy]

Was at the length of the game. Your right, its not much of an advantage considering the opposition couldn't score more than 58.

[godofcricket]

I think pakistan will win this, the only thing that can really stop them is an onslaught from gayle lasting about 8 to 10 overs, and i seriously cant see that happening. I am certain pakistan will come up with a plan to tackle that considering hes the only real threat that can change the game single-handedly. Pakistan also has a major psychological advantage coming into the game, WI have lost 2 games from a potential winning position i.e.vs England and India. The pitch should also suit pakistan.

[Agent Nationaux]

I'm glad that so many people are underrating, because we always perform better that way. We need a good plan to eliminate Gayle, but Sarwan and Chanderpaul (if playing) could be dangerous. I don't think Roach should be a huge problem because we are used to fast bowling attacks. The real problem could be either Bishoo or Benn. let's hope that the WI go with Sammy instead of Shiv and that he fails to perform.

[salman85]

People are not underating Pakistan.Don't go by this thread alone.This is probably the most one sided match out of the four QFs along with SA-NZ.Both South Africa and Pakistan start as favorites for their matches,unlike the other QFs.

[s.saadimran]

Pakistan will easly win against West Indies if they play to their potential.

[salman85]

You have a 100% ratio of quality posts

[qarishahg]

Im sure Afridi has a good record as an opening batsmen. He may just get about 20 or 30 on average but it helps the run rate.

I would like to see him and Umar open to give Paksitan a flying start. But not sure where hafeez would then go, we can't get rid of him becouse hes an essential bowler.

Not too sure about Abdur Rehmaan either. Shoaib is a must though

[salman85]

Shoaib's WC seems to be over sadly.

I'm half hoping that Wahab has a horrible game and gets hit for 100 runs in 8,but we still manage to win so Shoaib replaces him for the semi.

[vcs]

How many Pakistan and Windies players who played in the WC match in 2007 are involved in this match? WI should certainly play Chanderpaul if for no other reason.

[salman85]

For Pakistan : Hafeez,Younis,Akmal and Gul.

For West Indies : Gayle,Chanderpaul (if picked) and Sarwan

Don't see how picking Shiv is linked with these two games.He didn't set the world on fire in that match.