Islamabad 3 August: Pakistan won the toss and elected to bat first against the West Indies in the second T20I of a three-match series at Central Broward Regional Park on Sunday, with the match kicking off at 05:12 AM PKT.
The decision sets the stage for an intense showdown as both teams vie for series dominance, with Pakistan leading 1-0 after a convincing victory in the opener.
Pakistan’s playing XI features a blend of experience and youth: Sahibzada Farhan, Saim Ayub, Fakhar Zaman, Mohammad Haris (WK), Salman Agha (C), Hasan Nawaz, Mohammad Nawaz, Faheem Ashraf, Shaheen Afridi, Hasan Ali, and Sufiyan Muqeem. The West Indies, led by Shai Hope, fielded Johnson Charles, Jewel Andrew, Roston Chase, Sherfane Rutherford, Jason Holder, Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, Akeal Hosein, Shamar Joseph, and Jediah Blades, with Hope also donning the wicketkeeping gloves.
Historically, Pakistan holds a commanding edge in the T20I head-to-head, having won 16 of the 22 encounters, while the West Indies have secured 3 victories, and 3 matches ended without a result. This dominance fuels Pakistan’s confidence as they aim to clinch the series, especially after a 2-1 loss to Bangladesh in July, their last three-match T20I series.
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The West Indies, however, are in a slump, seeking their first win after six consecutive losses—five in a 5-0 whitewash by Australia, followed by the series-opening defeat to Pakistan. Their form guide reads L, L, L, L, L, L, putting pressure on the Caribbean side to regroup and challenge Pakistan’s momentum.
Fans on X are buzzing with excitement, with @CricketFanPK predicting a “Pakistani masterclass” and @WIcricketfans hoping for a West Indies resurgence. As the match unfolds, Pakistan’s batting prowess will be tested against a determined West Indies bowling attack, while the hosts look to turn their fortunes around in front of a lively Lauderhill crowd.
