Pakistan sealed a 2-1 series victory over the West Indies with a thrilling 13-run win in the 3rd T20I at the Central Broward Park & County Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida, on August 3, 2025. The match was packed with high-scoring batting performances and decisive bowling spells that saw Pakistan defend a competitive total successfully.
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| 138-Run Opening Stand - Farhan and Saim |
Match Summary – Final Scores
Pakistan: 189/4 (20 overs)West Indies: 176/6 (20 overs)
Result: Pakistan won by 13 runs to clinch the three-match T20I series 2-1
Pakistan’s Innings: Farhan & Ayub Shine
Pakistan set up a commanding total thanks to a record 138-run opening stand:
Sahibzada Farhan played a career-best knock of 74 runs, providing a solid anchor at the top.Saim Ayub continued his fine form with a fluent 66 runs, dominating the West Indies’ bowling attack in the powerplay.
The middle order added valuable finishing touches:
Hasan Nawaz (15) and Khushdil Shah (11 off 7)* maintained the momentum, pushing Pakistan close to the 190-mark.West Indies’ Chase: Athanaze’s Fifty Goes in Vain
The West Indies put up a valiant chase but ultimately fell short:
Alick Athanaze marked his maiden T20I fifty with a fine 60 off 40 balls, setting a strong platform.Sherfane Rutherford kept the hope alive with 51 runs, but Pakistan’s bowlers held their nerve in the death overs.
Key Bowling Highlights:
Mohammad Nawaz struck early, dismissing West Indies captain Shai Hope, which dented the hosts’ momentum.Series Wrap-Up
With this 13-run victory, Pakistan claimed the T20I series 2-1.
- Their strong opening partnerships and effective death bowling were decisive throughout the series.
- For West Indies, inconsistent middle-order contributions and inability to capitalize on starts proved costly.
Brief Scorecard – 3rd T20I
| Team | Score | Top Performers |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 189/4 (20) | Sahibzada Farhan 74, Saim Ayub 66 |
| West Indies | 176/6 (20) | Alick Athanaze 60, Sherfane Rutherford 51 |
FAQs – Pakistan vs West Indies 3rd T20I
1. Who was the Player of the Match in the 3rd T20I?
Sahibzada Farhan won the award for his match-winning 74-run knock that set up Pakistan’s victory.
2. What was the T20I series result?
Pakistan won the three-match T20I series 2-1 after this 13-run win.
3. Where was the 3rd T20I played?
The match took place at Central Broward Park & County Stadium, Lauderhill, Florida.
4. Who were the top scorers?
For Pakistan: Sahibzada Farhan (74) and Saim Ayub (66).
For West Indies: Alick Athanaze (60) and Sherfane Rutherford (51).5. What’s next for both teams?
Both sides will now shift focus to their upcoming international commitments as they continue preparations for the ICC T20 World Cup 2026.
