Prediction: Bangladesh VS Pakistan 2025-06-01
The thrilling conclusion to the T20I series between Bangladesh and Pakistan - because who doesn't love a good game of cricket on a Saturday morning? The Bangladeshi team is looking to salvage some pride after likely going down 2-0, while Pakistan is aiming to sweep the series.
The Pakistani opening duo of Saim Ayub and Fakhar Zaman will look to set the tone, with Fakhar returning from a fitness issue that kept him out of the second match. The middle order, led by Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Harris, and Salman Ali Agha, has been explosive, helping Pakistan breach the 200-run mark. Their bowling lineup, led by Haris Rauf, has been on point, and the inclusion of fast-bowling all-rounder Faheem Ashraf seems to be paying off. Abrar Ahmed's spin bowling has been a revelation, picking up three wickets in the last game.
On the other hand, Bangladesh will continue to open with Tanzid Hasan and Parvez Hossain Emon, who have been aggressive at the top. The middle order, consisting of Towhid Hridoy, Shamim Hossain, and Jaker Ali, needs to step up and take responsibility. The Bangladeshi bowling attack, led by Hasan Mahmud, Tanzim Hasan Sakib, and Shoriful Islam, has to improve in the middle overs. The return of experienced spinner Mehidy Hasan Miraz to bowl in tandem with young leg spinner Rishad Hossain might just be the boost they need.
Now, let's get to the odds. Pakistan is heavily favored, with odds ranging from 1.22 to 1.25 across different bookmakers, while Bangladesh is priced between 4.1 and 4.4.
My best bet for this game? Pakistan to win, of course. With their explosive batting lineup and a bowling attack that's clicking, it's hard to see Bangladesh pulling off an upset. The odds might not be the most attractive, but sometimes you just have to go with the favorites. Pakistan to win is the safest bet, and I'd take it at 1.24 on DraftKings.
Created: June 1, 2025, 7:31 a.m. GMT