Pakistan secured a 14-run win over West Indies in the first match of the three-game T20 series. Batting first, Pakistan set a target of 179 runs.
West Indies struggled to reach the target and finished with 164 runs for 7 wickets in their 20 overs. Johnson Charles and Jeavor Royal were the top scorers for West Indies, each making 35 runs. Jason Holder stayed not out with 30 runs.
Pakistan’s bowling attack was strong. Mohammad Nawaz led with 3 wickets. Saim Ayub took 2 wickets, while Shaheen Afridi and Sufiyan Muqeem took one wicket each.
Saim Ayub also made a significant contribution with the bat. He scored 57 runs, which helped Pakistan set a competitive total. For his all-round performance, Ayub was named Player of the Match.
This T20 match showcased Pakistan’s balanced team effort in both batting and bowling. The win gives Pakistan an early lead in the series.
West Indies will look to improve in the upcoming matches. Their batsmen need to build better partnerships to chase big targets in T20 cricket.
Pakistan’s bowlers were disciplined, maintaining pressure and taking timely wickets. This performance will boost their confidence for the rest of the series.
The teams now prepare for the second T20 match. Fans can expect a competitive contest as West Indies aims to level the series.
Overall, the first T20 match was exciting and highlighted key players from both sides. Pakistan’s strong start puts pressure on West Indies to respond quickly.
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