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🏏 Pakistan vs West Indies 2025 – Thrilling Cricket Showdown!
Date: August 2, 2025
Venue: Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore
Cricket fans witnessed a sensational clash between Pakistan and West Indies in the much-anticipated 2025 series. The stadium roared with excitement as both teams gave a breathtaking performance, turning this match into a true cricketing spectacle.
🧾 Match Summary
| Team | Score | Overs |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 284/7 | 50 overs |
| West Indies | 267 all out | 48.3 overs |
Result: Pakistan won by 17 runs
Player of the Match: Shaheen Shah Afridi – 4 wickets for 35 runs
🏆 Key Highlights
🇵🇰 Pakistan Innings:
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Babar Azam scored a stylish 92 runs off 103 balls, anchoring the innings.
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Fakhar Zaman added a quick 48 at the top.
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West Indies' bowling was led by Alzarri Joseph, who claimed 3 wickets.
🌴 West Indies Innings:
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Shai Hope played a captain’s knock of 78 runs.
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Nicholas Pooran smashed 42 off 28, threatening to turn the game.
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However, Pakistan’s bowling duo of Shaheen Afridi and Naseem Shah turned the tide in the final overs.
📊 Scorecard Snapshot
Pakistan Batting:
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Babar Azam – 92 (103)
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Fakhar Zaman – 48 (55)
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Shadab Khan – 31* (22)
West Indies Bowling:
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Alzarri Joseph – 3/56
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Jason Holder – 2/45
West Indies Batting:
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Shai Hope – 78 (91)
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Nicholas Pooran – 42 (28)
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Rovman Powell – 33 (26)
Pakistan Bowling:
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Shaheen Afridi – 4/35
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Naseem Shah – 2/39
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Haris Rauf – 2/44
📣 Post-Match Reactions
🗣️ Babar Azam:
"Our bowlers held their nerve in the death overs. Proud of the team effort, especially Shaheen for his fiery spell."
🗣️ Shai Hope:
"We had the game in our hands but let it slip. Credit to Pakistan for capitalizing under pressure."
📅 What’s Next?
Both teams now look forward to the 2nd ODI of the series scheduled for August 5, 2025, at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. With the series heating up, expect more fireworks in the next clash!
📌 Final Thoughts
The Pakistan vs West Indies 2025 match delivered everything cricket lovers hoped for – drama, runs, wickets, and edge-of-the-seat moments. With Pakistan leading the series 1-0, West Indies will be eager to bounce back.
Stay tuned for more updates, scorecards, and expert analysis!
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