The Pakistan vs West Indies 1st T20I delivered excitement from start to finish. Held on 31 July 2025 at Central Broward Regional Park, Florida, the match saw Pakistan take control early and defend their total confidently. With a solid 14-run victory, Pakistan has taken the lead in the three-match T20I series, now sitting at 1-0.
Pakistan took to the crease first after the West Indies decided to bowl. Right from the start, openers Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub played aggressively. Although Farhan departed early, Ayub quickly took charge. He smashed 57 runs off 38 balls, hitting five boundaries and two sixes.
Meanwhile, Fakhar Zaman kept the scoreboard ticking with a steady 28 off 24 balls. Together, they laid a solid platform. As the innings progressed, Hasan Nawaz and Faheem Ashraf accelerated with short, fiery cameos. Despite a few stumbles in the middle order, Pakistan finished strong at 178/6.
Pakistan Batting Score
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| Sahibzada Farhan | 14 | 12 | 2 | 0 |
| Saim Ayub | 57 | 38 | 5 | 2 |
| Fakhar Zaman | 28 | 24 | 2 | 1 |
| Hasan Nawaz | 24 | 18 | 1 | 2 |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| Salman Ali Agha | 11* | 10 | 0 | 0 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 16 | 9 | 0 | 1 |
| Mohammad Haris | 6* | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 178/6 | 20 ov | – | – |
West Indies bowlers picked up a few wickets but couldn’t stop the flow of runs. Shamar Joseph was their best performer with 3 wickets, but he gave away 30 runs. Jason Holder and Akeal Hosein managed to snag a wicket each, but they had a tough time maintaining control during those critical moments.
West Indies Bowling Score
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
| Shamar Joseph | 4 | 30 | 3 | 7.5 |
| Jason Holder | 4 | 35 | 1 | 8.75 |
| Akeal Hosein | 4 | 31 | 1 | 7.75 |
| Jediah Blades | 2 | 24 | 0 | 12 |
| Roston Chase | 3 | 23 | 0 | 7.67 |
| Romario Shepherd | 3 | 29 | 1 | 9.67 |
In response, the West Indies started brightly. Johnson Charles and debutant Jewel Andrew added 70 runs for the first wicket and looked in full control. However, Pakistan’s bowlers struck back immediately.
First, Mohammad Nawaz delivered a game-changing over, picking up three quick wickets. Then, Saim Ayub stepped up and added two more wickets, leaving the West Indies in a tough spot at 92 for 5. Although Jason Holder and Shamar Joseph fought back with big shots in the final overs, the required run rate proved too high. As a result, the West Indies ended their innings at 164/7, falling short by 14 runs.
West Indies Batting Score
| Batsman | Runs | Balls | 4s | 6s |
| Johnson Charles | 35 | 36 | 2 | 2 |
| Jewel Andrew | 35 | 33 | 1 | 3 |
| Shai Hope | 2 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Gudakesh Motie | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Sherfane Rutherford | 11 | 11 | 1 | 0 |
| Roston Chase | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Romario Shepherd | 12 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| Jason Holder | 30* | 12 | 0 | 4 |
| Shamar Joseph | 21* | 12 | 1 | 2 |
| Total | 164/7 | 20 ov | – | – |
Pakistan’s bowlers showed discipline and control. Mohammad Nawaz stole the show with 3 wickets for 23 runs in 4 overs. His spell broke West Indies’ rhythm. Saim Ayub showcased his impressive skills by taking 2 crucial wickets in just 2 overs.
In the meantime, Shaheen Afridi and Sufiyan Muqeem bowled with precision, each taking one wicket. In contrast, Faheem Ashraf and Haris Rauf struggled with the economy but held their nerve at the death.
Pakistan Bowling Scorecard
| Bowler | Overs | Runs | Wickets | Econ |
| Mohammad Nawaz | 4 | 23 | 3 | 6.75 |
| Saim Ayub | 2 | 20 | 2 | 10 |
| Shaheen Afridi | 4 | 27 | 1 | 6.75 |
| Sufiyan Muqeem | 4 | 20 | 1 | 5 |
| Faheem Ashraf | 2 | 31 | 0 | 15.50 |
| Haris Rauf | 4 | 41 | 0 | 10.25 |
Key Moments and Takeaways
- Saim Ayub delivered a match-winning all-round performance.
- Mohammad Nawaz put a stop to the West Indies’ momentum with a remarkable triple strike.
- West Indies collapsed from 72/0 to 92/5, which changed the game completely.
- Jason Holder and Shamar Joseph added fireworks but came in too late.
- Pakistan now leads the series with confidence and momentum.
In the Pakistan vs West Indies 1st T20I, Pakistan showcased their skills, playing like a finely tuned machine. Their top-order scored freely, the middle order added finishing touches, and the bowlers delivered under pressure. West Indies, although promising at first, let the game slip in the middle overs. As we head into the second T20I, Pakistan is feeling pretty good with a 1-0 lead in the series and a boost of confidence on their side.
