Match Result
Pakistan won by 13 runs—successfully chasing a target of 190 after posting 189/4 in their 20 overs. West Indies finished at 176/6 in response. Pakistan thus clinched the three-match series 2–1.
Toss & Team Changes
- Pakistan captain Salman Ali Agha won the toss and opted to bat first.
- Fakhar Zaman was ruled out of the game (and the upcoming ODI series) due to a hamstring injury sustained in the second T20I. He was replaced by Khushdil Shah. Shaheen Afridi was also dropped for this match; Haris Rauf came in.
Playing XIs:
- Pakistan: Saim Ayub, Sahibzada Farhan, Mohammad Haris (wk), Salman Agha (capt), Hasan Nawaz, Khushdil Shah, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Hasan Ali, Haris Rauf, Sufiyan Muqeem
- West Indies: Alick Athanaze, Jewel Andrew (wk), Shai Hope (capt), Sherfane Rutherford, Keacy Carty, Roston Chase, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Shamar Joseph, Akeal Hosein, Jason Holder
Pakistan Innings
- A dominant opening stand between Sahibzada Farhan (74 off 53, SR 139.6) and Saim Ayub (66 off 49, SR 134.7) put Pakistan in a commanding position. They shared a 138‑run opening partnership that set the tone.
- Hasan Nawaz added 15 off 7 before being dismissed, followed by Mohammad Haris (2), run out. Khushdil Shah (11*) and Faheem Ashraf (10*) nudged Pakistan to a final total of 189/4. Extras contributed 11 (mostly wides).
West Indies Innings
- West Indies replied with a bright opening from Jewel Andrew (24 off 15) and a standout fifty from Alick Athanaze (60 off 40, 8×4, 1×6), signaling a chase brewing.
- Mid-innings Roston Chase (‘retired out’ on 15 off 12) and Sherfane Rutherford (51 off 35) kept the pressure. However, Rutherford’s wicket—caught off Hasan Ali—was pivotal.
- Jason Holder was dismissed for a duck by Sufiyan Muqeem, and the final pairing of Shepherd and Motie tried to push the pace, but they couldn’t breach the target. West Indies were all out for 176/6, falling short by 13 runs.
Bowling Highlights
- Haris Rauf claimed 1 wicket for 34 runs in 4 overs (Econ 8.50).
- Hasan Ali picked up 1 wicket in 3 overs for 38 runs.
- Saim Ayub grabbed one as well, finishing with 1/38 in 4 overs (Economy 9.50).
- Sufiyan Muqeem impressed with 1/20 in 4 overs, keeping the run rate in check.
- Mohammad Nawaz took one as well, contributing to West Indies losing regular wickets.
Key Performers
- Sahibzada Farhan: Man of the Match—74 in a series-deciding innings.
- Alick Athanaze: A fighting half-century (60 off 40) in a losing cause.
- Saim Ayub: Solid 66 from the other end and played a crucial part with the ball.
Summary & Series Outcome
Pakistan’s aggressive top-order came through when it mattered most. The high-scoring partnership and backing from the lower order gave them a defendable total. West Indies fought hard with Athanaze and Rutherford providing late momentum, but Pakistan’s bowling unit executed well to claim a 13‑run victory. That win secured the T20I series 2–1 for Pakistan.
Summary Table
Team | Innings | Score |
Pakistan | First | 189/4 (20 overs) |
West Indies | Second (chase) | 176/6 (20 overs) |
Result | ➤ Pakistan won by 13 runs; series 2–1 |
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