West Indies demolish Pakistan by 202 runs to seal their first ODI series win in 34 years. Jayden Seales stars with 6/18, Shai Hope anchors with an unbeaten 120.
A Caribbean Carnival in Cricket Whites
If cricket were a Bollywood drama, this would be the moment the hero finally gets justice after decades of heartbreak. In Trinidad, the West Indies didn’t just win a match—they broke a 34-year drought against Pakistan in ODI series victories. And they did it in style, leaving fans dancing in the stands and Pakistan wondering what just happened.
- West Indies demolish Pakistan by 202 runs to seal their first ODI series win in 34 years. Jayden Seales stars with 6/18, Shai Hope anchors with an unbeaten 120.
- A Caribbean Carnival in Cricket Whites
- Setting the Stage: The Decider in Tarouba
- The Seales Storm
- Why This Win Matters
- The Key Moments
- Pakistan’s Collapse: A Painful Replay
- Historical Context: Why Fans Are Ecstatic
- Brief Scores Snapshot
- What’s Next for Both Sides?
- Fans React: From Tweets to Cheers
- The Witty Wrap-Up
Setting the Stage: The Decider in Tarouba
It all came down to the third and final ODI at Tarouba. Series level, pride on the line, and history waiting to be rewritten. Pakistan needed to channel their inner champions. Instead, they met Jayden Seales in the mood of his life.
Batting first, West Indies piled on a daunting 294 for 6 in their 50 overs. The innings was anchored by captain Shai Hope’s masterclass 120 not out, with a steady hand from Greaves, who chipped in with 43. It wasn’t flashy hitting—it was calculated, classy, and crushing.
The Seales Storm
When Pakistan came out to chase 295, they might have felt optimistic. After all, in cricket, anything can happen. Well, something did happen—Jayden Seales.
Seales ripped through Pakistan’s top order like a hot knife through butter. His final figures read 6 for 18—numbers so good they sound like a video game cheat code. Pakistan’s batting never found its footing, crumbling to just 92 all out.
The highest scorer? Agha, with 30 runs. Everyone else? Let’s just say the scoreboard didn’t need extra chalk.
Why This Win Matters
This isn’t just another series win. This is West Indies’ first ODI series victory over Pakistan since 1991. That’s a gap of 34 years—back when cricket jerseys were baggy and fielders wore caps more for fashion than sun protection.
In the decades since, Pakistan had often been the dominant force, sweeping series and leaving the Windies to pick up the pieces. But this time, the script flipped.
The Key Moments
- Hope’s Hundred – Shai Hope’s unbeaten century was the backbone of the innings, proving that calm and class still win games in the age of T20 madness.
- Seales’ Spell – Fast, fiery, and unrelenting. His 6/18 dismantled Pakistan before they could even dream of a comeback.
- Team Discipline – The Windies stuck to their plans, fielded tightly, and didn’t let the pressure slip.
Pakistan’s Collapse: A Painful Replay
For Pakistan, this match was a reminder of cricket’s cruel side. Chasing 295 was tough, but the manner of their collapse will sting. Losing by 202 runs is not just a defeat—it’s a wake-up call.
Top-order wickets fell cheaply, the middle order looked lost, and there was no partnership to even hint at resistance. Credit must go to the Windies’ bowlers, but Pakistan’s shot selection and lack of adaptability played right into their hands.
Historical Context: Why Fans Are Ecstatic
- Last ODI series win vs Pakistan for WI: 1991.
- Previous encounters often one-sided in Pakistan’s favor.
- A statement win after being blanked by Australia in both Test (3-0) and T20 (5-0) series earlier this year.
This series win feels like a reboot for West Indies cricket—a reminder that when they click, they’re still a force to reckon with.
Brief Scores Snapshot
- West Indies: 294/6 (Hope 120*, Greaves 43; Abrar 2/34)
- Pakistan: 92 all out (Agha 30; Seales 6/18, Motie 2/37)
Result: West Indies won by 202 runs and clinched the series 2-1.
What’s Next for Both Sides?
- West Indies: Momentum and morale are sky-high. They’ll look to build on this confidence for upcoming series, especially with players like Seales and Hope in peak form.
- Pakistan: A serious review of their batting approach is needed. The talent is there, but the execution under pressure is missing.
Fans React: From Tweets to Cheers
Social media was ablaze post-match. West Indies fans celebrated like it was a World Cup final, while memes poking fun at Pakistan’s collapse started trending within minutes. It’s all part of the modern cricket theatre—where every big game has its aftershow online.
The Witty Wrap-Up
It took the West Indies 34 years to beat Pakistan in an ODI series again, but judging by the way they did it, they were making up for lost time. Shai Hope gave the masterclass, Jayden Seales delivered the knockout punch, and Pakistan never saw it coming.
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