The West Indies edged out Pakistan by 2 wickets in a nail-biting contest during the 2nd T20I. Chasing a modest target of 134, the hosts held their nerve to seal victory on the last delivery, leveling the three-match series at 1-1.
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| Pakistan vs West Indies 2nd T20I 2025 |
Match Summary
Venue: Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium, FloridaResult: West Indies won by 2 wickets (last ball)
Series Status: Level at 1-1
Pakistan Batting Performance
Pakistan struggled to build momentum as the West Indies bowlers applied pressure from the start.
Hasan Nawaz was the top scorer with a fluent 40 off 23 balls.Salman Ali Agha contributed 38 off 33 deliveries, holding the middle order together.Fakhar Zaman chipped in with 20 (19) but wickets at regular intervals meant Pakistan could only reach 133/9 in 20 overs.
Late-order resistance from Hasan Ali (8 off 10) wasn’t enough to push the total to a more competitive score.
West Indies Bowling Highlights
Jason Holder was the standout performer:
4 wickets for 26 runs, making him West Indies' all-time leading T20I wicket-taker.Gudakesh Motie and Akeal Hosein were highly economical, stifling Pakistan’s big hitters in the death overs.
Holder’s lethal spell at crucial junctures kept Pakistan’s scoring rate in check and set up the chase.
West Indies Chase
The West Indies innings was a rollercoaster ride:
Shai Hope (21 off 30) provided early stability before falling.
Gudakesh Motie (28 off 20) anchored the middle order, keeping the required run rate manageable.Jason Holder, after shining with the ball, played a match-winning cameo, scoring crucial runs under immense pressure.
In a tense finish, Holder and Romario Shepherd held their nerve to reach 135/8 on the final delivery, breaking West Indies’ seven-match losing streak in T20Is.
Pakistan Bowling Effort
Pakistan’s bowlers kept fighting:
Mohammad Nawaz struck crucial blows to keep the game alive.Shaheen Afridi, Saim Ayub, and Hasan Ali all chipped in with wickets, but they lacked enough runs to defend.
Key Moments
Pakistan made a bowling change, bringing in Hasan Ali for Haris Rauf, which added depth to the attack.Regular wickets in the West Indies chase created tension, but Jason Holder’s calm finishing was decisive.
This victory ended the West Indies’ 7-match losing streak, providing a much-needed morale boost.
Star Player of the Match
Jason Holder (West Indies) – For his incredible all-round display:
4 wickets with the ballMatch-winning cameo in the final over
Brief Scorecard – 2nd T20I
| Team | Runs (20 overs) | Result | Top Performers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 133/9 | Lost | Hasan Nawaz 40, Salman Agha 38 |
| West Indies | 135/8 | Won by 2 wkts | Jason Holder (4 wickets & winning runs), Motie 28 |
Next Fixture
3rd T20I: August 5, 2025Venue: Central Broward Park, Lauderhill, Florida
Series decider with everything to play for.
FAQs – Pakistan vs West Indies 2nd T20I 2025
1. Who won the 2nd T20I between Pakistan and West Indies?
West Indies won the match by 2 wickets on the last ball, leveling the series 1-1.
2. Who was the Player of the Match?
Jason Holder was the Player of the Match for his 4-wicket haul and crucial runs under pressure.
3. What was Pakistan’s total in the 2nd T20I?
Pakistan posted 133/9 in 20 overs, with Hasan Nawaz (40) and Salman Ali Agha (38) top-scoring.
4. How did the West Indies chase unfold?
Despite regular wickets, Gudakesh Motie and Jason Holder held the innings together, taking the game to the last ball and winning.
5. When and where is the 3rd T20I?
The series decider is scheduled for August 5, 2025, at the same venue in Lauderhill, Florida.
