In the first match of the series, Pakistan secured a thrilling 5-wicket win against West Indies at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy. The west indies vs pakistan clash saw a spectacular debut by Hassan Nawaz, who played a match-winning innings.
Chasing a challenging target of 281, Pakistan lost opener Saim Ayub early for just 5 runs. Abdullah Shafique scored 29, while Babar Azam added 47 runs. Babar also shared a key 55-run partnership with Mohammad Rizwan, who scored his 16th ODI half-century before getting out for 53.
With Pakistan struggling at 180 for 5, the match was tense. Hassan Nawaz then took charge, scoring an unbeaten 63 runs off 54 balls. His innings included five boundaries and three sixes.
He partnered calmly with Hussain Talat, who scored 41 not out. Their unbeaten 104-run stand helped Pakistan reach the target with seven balls remaining.
West Indies posted a strong total of 280 runs. Evin Lewis scored 60, Shai Hope made 55, and Roston Chase added 53. Gudakesh Motie gave a late boost with valuable runs.
Pakistan’s bowling was led by fast bowler Shaheen Afridi, who took 4 wickets for 51 runs. Naseem Shah also contributed with 3 wickets.
This win in the west indies vs pakistan series puts Pakistan ahead 1-0. Hassan Nawaz’s brilliant debut highlights him as a promising talent for Pakistan cricket.
The second ODI will take place on Sunday, with West Indies aiming to level the series.
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