With exceptional fifties from the dynamic duo, Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub, Pakistan clinched a 13-run triumph over the West Indies in the thrilling third T20 of the tour, sealing a 2-1 series victory amidst the vibrant atmosphere of Florida.
Propelled by an electrifying century partnership in their opening stand, Pakistan confidently amassed 189 runs, losing only four wickets as skipper Salman Ali Agha made the strategic decision to bat first on a bright Monday in Florida.
Pakistan’s innings began with a bang as openers Farhan (74) and Ayub (66) orchestrated a remarkable 138-run partnership, with 47 of those runs achieved during the powerplay.
In the pursuit of the target, West Indies openers Alick Athanaze (60) and Jerlani Andrew (24) provided the hosts with a rapid start, accumulating 44 runs for the first wicket before Haris Rauf (1-34) halted their momentum by dismissing Andrew in the fifth over.
The West Indies’ chase was further stifled as Captain Shai Hope’s struggles continued, as he was dispatched for only seven runs by Mohammad Nawaz (1-33) in the ninth over.
Despite a determined 51-run effort from Sherfane Rutherford to revive the innings, the hosts ultimately fell short by 13 runs, retaining four wickets in hand.
Mohammad Nawaz, with his impressive performances, was crowned Player of the Series, while Farhan’s extraordinary fifty earned him the Player of the Match accolade.