Pakistan clinched a thrilling 5-wicket victory against West Indies in the first ODI of their three-match series, thanks to a brilliant debut performance by Hassan Nawaz, who scored 63 runs off 54 balls and was named Player of the Match.
West Indies Innings (280 all out in 49.3 overs)
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Top Scorers:
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Evin Lewis – 60 (62 balls, 6 fours)
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Shai Hope (C) – 55 (77 balls)
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Roston Chase – 53 (54 balls, 4 fours, 2 sixes)
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Pakistan’s Bowling Attack:
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Shaheen Afridi – 4 wickets
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Naseem Shah – 3 wickets
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Shadab Khan & Haris Rauf – 1 wicket each
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West Indies collapsed from 200/4 to 280 all out, losing their last 5 wickets for just 80 runs.
Pakistan’s Chase (281-5)
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Hassan Nawaz (63 off 54) led the charge in his debut ODI, steering Pakistan to victory.
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The hosts reached the target with 5 wickets in hand, taking a 1-0 lead in the series.
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