Introduction
Pakistan registered an impressive five-wicket victory over the West Indies in the first ODI, powered by Hasan Nawaz’s unbeaten 63. The young batter displayed nerves of steel, guiding his team to a successful chase in the final overs.
Match Highlights
Chasing 281, Pakistan reached 284–5 with seven balls to spare. Hasan Nawaz’s classy stroke play, including a six and a match-winning boundary, sealed the deal for the Green Shirts. Captain Mohammad Rizwan contributed 53 runs, while Shaheen Shah Afridi and Naseem Shah dominated with the ball, taking four and three wickets respectively.
Player Performances
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Hasan Nawaz – Player of the Match with 63* (anchored the chase).
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Mohammad Rizwan – 53 runs stabilizing the innings.
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Shaheen Afridi – 4 wickets for 51 runs.
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Naseem Shah – 3 wickets for 55 runs.
Series Outlook
With this victory, Pakistan has taken a crucial lead in the series. The balance between batting and bowling suggests the team is in excellent form heading into the remaining games.