The 2nd T20I between Pakistan and West Indies 2025 series at Lauderhill turned out to be a nerve-wracking contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the last ball. In a dramatic finish, West Indies secured victory by 2 wickets, with Jason Holder playing a heroic role in the final over.
This win allowed West Indies to level the series 1-1, making the 3rd T20I the decider of the series.
🏟️ Match Overview
- Match: 2nd T20I, Pakistan vs West Indies 2025
- Venue: Lauderhill, Florida
- Result: West Indies won by 2 wickets (last-ball finish)
- Series Status: 1-1, with 1 match to go
- Player of the Match: Jason Holder
🔹 Pakistan’s Innings – Competitive Total but Missed Acceleration
Pakistan batted first after losing the toss and posted a decent total on a tricky pitch. Openers provided a steady start, but the middle order failed to capitalize fully.
- Fakhar and agha gave Pakistan a good platform.
- Hasan Nawaz played quick cameos but couldn’t convert their starts.
- West Indies bowlers, especially Holder and Joseph, bowled tight overs in the death to restrict Pakistan.
Pakistan finished with a par score, but it always felt 10–15 runs short on a batting-friendly surface.
🔹 West Indies’ Chase – A Rollercoaster Ride
West Indies started strongly, with their openers attacking the Pakistani pacers.
- Hope and Motie looked fluent early on.
- Pakistan spinners made a comeback, picking crucial wickets in the middle overs.
- The required run rate climbed as Saim and Sufyan bowled economically at the death.
However, Jason Holder held his nerves, scoring vital boundaries in the last two overs.
🔥 Last-Over Drama
West Indies needed 10 runs in the final over, and Shaheen Afridi was trusted with the ball.
- 1st Ball: Holder took 2 runs.
- 2nd Ball: Dot ball – tension increased.
- 3rd Ball: Holder smashed a four over mid-wicket.
- 4th Ball: A single – 3 runs needed off 2 balls.
- 5th Ball: 2 runs – scores level!
- Final Ball: Holder struck the winning run to seal the match.
The West Indies dugout erupted in joy, while Pakistan was left disappointed with their death bowling execution.
⭐ Key Performers
🔹 Jason Holder (WI) – Player of the Match
- Played a match-winning cameo under immense pressure.
- Also bowled brilliantly at the death to restrict Pakistan.
🔹 Motie (WI)
- Provided a flying start, scoring valuable runs at the top.
🔹 Hassan Nawaz (PAK)
- Pakistan’s best batter of the day, anchoring the innings
📊 Turning Points of the Match
✅ Holder’s last-over heroics with the bat.
✅ Pakistan’s failure to accelerate in the middle overs.
✅ West Indies’ strong start in the powerplay.
🌦️ What This Win Means for West Indies?
With this victory, West Indies have leveled the series 1-1, setting up a winner-takes-all decider in the 3rd T20I. The team’s confidence has received a massive boost, especially after Jason Holder’s clutch performance.
❌ What Went Wrong for Pakistan?
- Poor execution in the death overs by Shaheen Afridi.
- Middle-order collapse after a steady start.
- Failure to capitalize on key moments in the match.
📅 Next Match – 3rd T20I (Series Decider)
- Date: 4-8-2025
- Venue: Lauderhill, Florida
- Time: 5:00 AM
❓ FAQs
1️⃣ Who won the 2nd T20I between Pakistan and West Indies?
👉 West Indies won by 2 wickets in a last-ball thriller.
2️⃣ Who was the Player of the Match?
👉 Jason Holder was named Player of the Match for his match-winning knock and bowling spell.
3️⃣ What is the series score now?
👉 The series is leveled at 1-1, with the decider to be played in the 3rd T20I.
4️⃣ Why did Pakistan lose the match?
👉 Pakistan failed to score enough runs and couldn’t defend in the death overs, with Shaheen Afridi failing to execute yorkers in the final over.
5️⃣ When is the 3rd T20I?
👉 The final T20I will be played on 4-8-2025 at Lauderhill, Florida.