Pakistan sealed the tense third and final T20I against West Indies at Lauderhill, Florida on August 3, 2025, with a decisive 13‑run win, clinching the series 2–1. Opting to bat first upon winning the toss, Pakistan’s openers Sahibzada Farhan and Saim Ayub forged a match‑defining 138‑run partnership, with Farhan contributing a fiery 74 off 53 (including five sixes and three fours) and Ayub adding 66 off 49 to lay a commanding platform for the innings. Pakistan finished on 189/4, a formidable total given the conditions. Despite half‑centuries from West Indies duo Alick Athanaze (60) and Sherfane Rutherford (51), the home side could muster only 176/6 in their 20 overs. The late twist came when West Indies captain Jason Holder was castled by a well‑directed delivery from Sufiyan Muqeem, netting a two‑ball duck and effectively ending the chase. Pakistan’s Haris Rauf and Muqeem bowled strategic death overs that strangled West Indies’ momentum and sealed the outcome. Sahibzada Farhan was awarded Player of the Match for his match‑winning knock, while Mohammad Nawaz was named Player of the Series for his consistent spin contributions across the games.Pakistan’s victory marked their seventh straight bilateral T20I series win over West Indies, reinforcing their dominance in the format. It was a thrilling showcase of high‑octane batting up front and calm composure under pressure at the death, enabling Pakistan to emerge victorious when it mattered most.
