“Rizwan’s calm and Shaheen’s firepower seal the deal in tense T20I finale.”
Pakistan emerged victorious in the three-match T20I series against the West Indies, winning the decider to secure a 2-1 triumph on home soil. After splitting the first two games, the final match proved to be a test of nerves, and the Men in Green delivered a composed performance to come out on top.
Batting first, Pakistan posted a competitive total, led by a fluent half-century from Mohammad Rizwan and valuable middle-order contributions from Fakhar Zaman and Shadab Khan. The West Indies bowlers struggled to contain the flow of runs, allowing Pakistan to set a target above 170.
In response, the West Indies got off to a brisk start, but Pakistan’s disciplined bowling attack – spearheaded by Shaheen Afridi and Haris Rauf – tightened the grip in the middle overs. Regular wickets derailed the Caribbean chase, and despite a late surge, the visitors fell short.
With this win, Pakistan sealed the series 2-1, showing promise ahead of upcoming international fixtures. The series also highlighted the depth of both teams, offering fans a thrilling contest between bat and ball.