ICC Champions Trophy form - Pakistan

Pakistan

Form since July:

Won by 6 wickets vs Warriors (SA)
Won by 108 runs vs Sri Lanka
Won by 132 runs vs Sri Lanka
Won by 146 runs vs Sri Lanka
Lost by 6 wickets vs Sri Lanka
Lost by 6 wickets vs Sri Lanka
Lost by 36 runs vs Sri Lanka
Lost by 15 runs vs Sri Lanka A

Summary:

In the early stages of the series against Sri Lanka, it seemed like the Pakistanis would self-destruct. They didn’t look like winning a game. But they’ve come good, with wins of more than 100 in their last three contests against the Sri Lankans.

They will for the first game be without Younis, their captain, but they’ve got some definite game winners, not least Shahid Afridi who can be one of the most destructive ODI players with both bat and ball.

If you’re looking for some value to take out the title, the Pakistanis could be it. And although it sounds a little cruel, troubles in their homeland mean they’ve had plenty of practice playing away from home.

Not only will they be a realistic chance at longish odds, they’ll take on the title of sentimental favourite – particularly if South Africa bow out before the finals.