Mohammad Nawaz was named Player of the Series for his match-winning spin bowling performance in T20I.
Pakistan wrapped up a thrilling three-match T20I series with a hard-fought 13-run win over the West Indies in the third and final game, securing the series 2-1.
The match, played in front of a buzzing crowd, showcased Pakistan’s resilience and tactical brilliance, especially in the bowling department.
During the third T20I between Pakistan and the West Indies, Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub led Pakistan to a decisive win over the hosts.
The scores for the match between the West Indies Cricket Team and the Pakistan National Cricket Team were as follows:
Pakistan beat the West Indies by 13 runs in the third and final T20 match. Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub got fifty runs each to help Pakistan win. With this win, Pakistan won the three-match series 2-1 in Florida on Monday.
Captain Salman Agha immediately chose to bat first after winning the toss. Saim Ayub and Sahibzada Farhan of Pakistan scored 47 runs without losing a wicket in the powerplay.
Without a doubt, Farhan was the best player in this innings. He got his third fifty of his career.
Soon after Farhan, Ayub also hit his second fifty in a Twenty20 International. This was a big part of Pakistan’s opening stand of 100 runs.
In the 17th over, Shamar Joseph, a quick bowler from the Windies, got Farhan out for 74. This was the first wicket.
West Indies got a chance to get back into the game when Hasan Nawaz, a batter, was run out by spinner Roston Chase while trying to play a couple of big shots.
Haris then got himself run out. In the last over, Khush dil Shah and Faheem Ashraf scored 19 runs, bringing Pakistan’s total score to 189/4 after 20 overs.
As they tried to reach 190, openers Alick Athanaze and Jerlani Andrew gave their team a good start by putting together 44 runs before Haris Rauf caught Andrew for 24 in the fifth over.
Captain Shai Hope was unable to contribute significantly, as he was dismissed after scoring only seven runs.
A Nerve-Wracking Finish
Batting first, Pakistan set a competitive target after a solid top-order effort. The middle overs saw some hiccups, but late contributions helped the team post a challenging total on the board.
In response, the West Indies fought hard, with several batters getting starts.
However, Pakistan’s bowling unit, led by the experienced Mohammad Nawaz, held their nerves under pressure. Wickets fell at crucial intervals, and the West Indies were eventually bowled out 13 runs short of the target.
Nawaz Spins the Series in Pakistan’s Favour
The star of the series was undoubtedly Mohammad Nawaz, whose accurate and economical left-arm spin consistently choked the West Indian batting lineup.
Throughout the three matches, Nawaz picked up crucial wickets in the powerplay and middle overs, turning games in Pakistan’s favor.
For his exceptional consistency and control under pressure, Nawaz was rightly awarded the Player of the Series.
“I just focused on bowling tight lines and varying my pace,” said Nawaz after the match. “This award is special because it came in a closely fought series. I’m thankful to the coaching staff and my teammates for the support.”
Series Highlights
- Game 1: Pakistan took the lead with a dominant chase, setting the tone.
- Game 2: West Indies bounced back, thanks to disciplined bowling and a composed chase.
- Game 3: Pakistan sealed the series in style, with Nawaz and company defending a moderate total.
The captain of Pakistan, Salman Ali Agha,
Salman Ali Agha praised the team’s spirit:
“The team showed outstanding character after losing the first match. Nawaz was brilliant throughout the match—his bowling spell today changed the game.
The team is building a strong core for the upcoming T20 World Cup.
This series win gives Pakistan a morale boost ahead of their upcoming international fixtures. With bowlers like Nawaz hitting peak form, the team is gelling well in T20I cricket once again.