In a match that had everything from explosive batting to last-over drama, Pakistan defeated West Indies by 13 runs in the 3rd T20I to clinch the series 2-1. Played in Lauderhill, Florida, the decider was a masterclass in modern T20 cricket, showcasing not only talent but nerves of steel.
Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub lit up the top order with aggressive batting, while the bowlers, especially Sufiyan Muqeem, held their nerve in the death overs. West Indies, despite valiant knocks by Athanaze and Rutherford, couldn't chase the 190-run target.
📊 Match Overview
| Match | Date | Venue | Winner | Margin | MOM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd T20I | 3 Aug 2025 | Lauderhill, FL | Pakistan 🇵🇰 | 13 runs | Sahibzada Farhan |
💼 Pakistan Innings: Openers Lay a Solid Platform
Pakistan opted to bat first and immediately set the tone with an explosive 138-run partnership between Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub. The duo attacked from both ends, punishing short balls and rotating the strike smartly.
📊 Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Sahibzada Farhan | 74 | 53 | 3 | 5 | 139.62 |
| Saim Ayub | 66 | 49 | 4 | 2 | 134.69 |
| Hasan Nawaz | 15 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 214.28 |
| Mohammad Haris | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.00 |
| Khushdil Shah | 11 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 183.33 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 10 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 333.33 |
| Extras | 11 (w10, lb1) | ||||
| Total | 189/4 (20 Ov) |
🔄 Fall of Wickets:
1-138 (Farhan), 2-158 (Hasan Nawaz), 3-160 (Haris), 4-170 (Saim Ayub)
🏋️ Bowling – West Indies
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
| Shamar Joseph | 4 | 57 | 1 | 14.25 |
| Jason Holder | 4 | 34 | 1 | 8.50 |
| Roston Chase | 4 | 31 | 1 | 7.75 |
| Akeal Hosein | 4 | 32 | 0 | 8.00 |
| Gudakesh Motie | 2 | 14 | 0 | 7.00 |
| Romario Shepherd | 2 | 20 | 0 | 10.00 |
🔥 West Indies' Chase: A Tale of Missed Chances
The chase began well for West Indies. Jewel Andrew and Athanaze played fearlessly in the powerplay. Alick Athanaze's 60 off 40 was a display of elegant hitting. However, Pakistan struck at regular intervals, never allowing partnerships to settle.
📊 Batting Scorecard
| Batsman | R | B | 4s | 6s | SR |
| Jewel Andrew | 24 | 15 | 3 | 0 | 160.00 |
| Alick Athanaze | 60 | 40 | 8 | 1 | 150.00 |
| Shai Hope | 7 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 77.77 |
| Sherfane Rutherford | 51 | 35 | 4 | 3 | 145.71 |
| Roston Chase | 15 | 12 | 2 | 0 | 125.00 |
| Jason Holder | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 |
| Romario Shepherd | 4 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 133.33 |
| Gudakesh Motie | 10 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 250.00 |
| Extras | 5 (w5) | ||||
| Total | 176/6 (20 Ov) |
🔄 Fall of Wickets:
1-44 (Andrew), 2-74 (Hope), 3-110 (Athanaze), 4-149 (Chase), 5-149 (Holder), 6-166 (Rutherford)
🏋️ Bowling – Pakistan
| Bowler | O | R | W | Econ |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | 4 | 20 | 1 | 5.00 |
| Haris Rauf | 4 | 34 | 1 | 8.50 |
| Hasan Ali | 3 | 38 | 1 | 12.66 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 3 | 33 | 1 | 11.00 |
| Saim Ayub | 4 | 38 | 1 | 9.50 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 2 | 13 | 0 | 6.50 |
🏆 Player of the Match: Sahibzada Farhan
- Runs: 74 (53 balls)
- Boundaries: 3 fours, 5 sixes
- Role: Set the tone for a high total with confident stroke play
🔢 Series Recap
| Match | Winner | Margin | MOM |
| 1st T20I | Pakistan | 14 runs | Saim Ayub |
| 2nd T20I | West Indies | 2 wickets | Jason Holder |
| 3rd T20I | Pakistan | 13 runs | Sahibzada Farhan |
🔍 Key Takeaways
🇵🇰 Pakistan
- Dominant top order finally clicks.
- Sufiyan Muqeem proves his value in the death overs.
- Nawaz and Ayub offer all-round depth.
🇻🇬 West Indies
- Inconsistency in middle overs hurt them.
- Need for a dependable finisher after Rutherford.
- Jason Holder's lone efforts aren't enough.
❓ FAQs
❓ Who was the top scorer in the 3rd T20I?
→ Sahibzada Farhan, with 74 off 53 balls.
❓ Who won the T20I series between Pakistan and West Indies?
→ Pakistan, winning the series 2-1.
❓ What was the turning point of the 3rd T20I?
→ Sufiyan Muqeem’s 18th over, where he gave away just 3 runs and took a wicket.
❓ Who was the best bowler in the 3rd match?
→ Sufiyan Muqeem, for his economy (5.00) and clutch bowling.
❓ When is Pakistan’s next T20 series?
→ Pakistan will next play Tri series ahead of the Asia Cup 2025.
🌟 Final Thoughts
With a mix of emerging talent and veteran presence, Pakistan showed grit under pressure to win a closely-fought series. The Lauderhill crowd got their money's worth, and cricket fans around the world were reminded of just how unpredictable and thrilling T20 cricket can be.
For West Indies, there were moments of brilliance, but inconsistency in execution cost them the trophy.
“A strong finish to an entertaining series. Pakistan now sets its eyes on the upcoming Asia Cup.”