Pakistan beat West Indies by 13 runs in the 3rd T20I at Lauderhill, sealing the series 2-1 after posting 189/4 and defending it with tight bowling.
Pakistan’s Batters Step Up
- Pakistan opted to bat first and made full use of the opportunity. Sahibzada Farhan led the charge with a brisk 74 from 53 balls while Saim Ayub kept the momentum going with a fluent 66 off 49 deliveries. Hasan Nawaz chipped in with 15 runs and Khushdil provided the finishing touch staying unbeaten on 16 from 11 balls.
- Extras helped too with 10 wides boosting Pakistan’s total to 189 for 4 in their 20 overs.
West Indies Fall Short Despite Big Hits
- Chasing 190, West Indies were hoping for a solid opening stand but lost Jewel Andrew early after his quick 24 from 15 balls.
- Alick Athanaze kept their hopes alive with a steady 60 off 40 balls, yet the middle order could not build on the momentum.
- Shai Hope and Sherfane Rutherford tried to hold the innings together but Pakistan’s bowlers struck at crucial moments to keep the pressure on.
- A dramatic moment came when Roston Chase was surprisingly retired out. Despite a late push, West Indies finished at 176 for 6, falling 13 runs short of the target.
Pakistan Bowlers Seal It
- Haris Rauf, Hasan Ali, Mohammad Nawaz, Saim Ayub and Sufiyan Muqeem all chipped in with wickets at crucial moments. Haris and Hasan’s breakthroughs in the death overs ensured Pakistan stayed ahead despite some late hitting from Romario Shepherd and Gudakesh Motie.
Match Scorecard
Result: Pakistan won by 13 runs
Venue: Lauderhill, Florida
Series: Pakistan take the series 2–1
What’s Next?
- Pakistan clinch the T20I series 2–1 and head home with confidence while West Indies will look to bounce back in future assignments.
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