Shai Hope’s Unbeaten Century Powers West Indies to First ODI Series Win vs Pakistan in 34 Years
Shai Hope’s Century & Seales’ Six-For End West Indies’ 34-Year Wait Against Pakistan
In a performance for the ages, Shai Hope smashed an unbeaten 120 and Jayden Seales delivered a devastating 6-18 as West Indies crushed Pakistan by 202 runs in Tarouba, sealing their first men’s ODI series win over Pakistan since 1991.
It was a game that will be remembered for its 92-ball turning point, where West Indies transformed from a slow start into an unstoppable force — and Pakistan had no answers.
Hope Anchors, Then Destroys
Early on, the West Indies batting looked cautious, struggling to accelerate on a tricky surface. But once Shai Hope found his rhythm, the floodgates opened.
Starting the 44th over, Hope hammered back-to-back sixes off Mohammad Nawaz, signaling his intent. In the next few overs, he dominated Pakistan’s bowlers — even taking 18 runs off mystery spinner Abrar Ahmed, who had been miserly earlier.
Hope reached his 18th ODI century with a crunching cover drive and ended the innings with style, helping West Indies add 100 runs in the final seven overs. He now sits third on the all-time West Indies ODI centuries list.
Seales’ Spell of Destruction
If Hope lit up the first innings, Jayden Seales completely destroyed Pakistan’s batting in the second.
- Saim Ayub nicked off in the first over.
- Abdullah Shafique ballooned a catch trying to hit over mid-on.
- Mohammad Rizwan was bowled in sensational fashion — the ball clipping the off bail without touching the stumps.
- Babar Azam fell LBW, leaving Pakistan at a shocking 23-4.
Seales’ 6-18 became the joint second-best bowling figures in West Indies men’s ODI history, sealing the win in just 30 overs.
Historic Win
This crushing victory is not only West Indies’ largest ever win over Pakistan, but also a statement of their resurgence in ODI cricket.
Match Summary:
- 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 — won series 2-1
Final Thoughts
With Shai Hope leading from the front and young talents like Seales stepping up, West Indies look poised for a strong run in the upcoming ODI calendar. For Pakistan, this tour will be one to forget, but for West Indies fans, it’s a historic moment 34 years in the making.
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