In the first ODI of the three-match series, West Indies won the toss and elected to bat first, setting Pakistan a target of 281 runs. The visitors were bowled out for 280 in 49.3 overs.
Openers provided a solid start, with Evin Lewis top-scoring with a fluent 60 off 62 balls, including 6 fours. Captain Shai Hope anchored the innings with a patient 55, while Roston Chase contributed a quick 53.
Pakistan’s bowlers fought back in the middle overs, with Shaheen Afridi claiming 4 wickets and Naseem Shah taking 3. Shadab Khan and Haris Rauf chipped in with a wicket each. The Windies lost their last five wickets for 80 runs, collapsing from 200/4 to 280 all out.
Pakistan now face a challenging chase in their pursuit of a series lead.
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