West Indies Crush Pakistan by 202 Runs in a Historic ODI Masterclass
West Indies Seal Series with a Statement Win
In a gripping final match of the Pakistan tour of West Indies, 2025, the hosts dismantled Pakistan by a crushing 202 runs, clinching the ODI series 2–1. This emphatic win also marked West Indies’ first bilateral ODI series victory over Pakistan since 1991 — a moment fans will cherish.
Captain’s Knock Powers the Batting
Shai Hope led from the front, anchoring the innings with a cultured, unbeaten 120-run knock that kept the scoreboard ticking. Joined ably by Justin Greaves (43), West Indies piled up 294/6, setting a daunting target on a challenging pitch
Seales’ Express Spell Shatters Pakistan
The chase never got going for Pakistan. Jayden Seales tore through the batting order with a career-best 6 for 18, taking early wickets and leaving the visitors reeling. Supported by Gudakesh Motie, who chipped in with two key wickets, Pakistan crumbled for just 92 all
Milestone Moments: Drought Broken, Records Tumbled
With this dominant win, West Indies ended a painful 34-year drought without an ODI series win over Pakistan. It also stands as their largest-ever margin of victory against the same opponent in the format
Player of the Series: Jayden Seales
Jayden Seales’ match-winning spell earned him the Player of the Series award. His ruthless pace and accuracy underlined why the young seamer is quickly becoming a key weapon in the West Indies’ bowling arsenal
Pakistan in Disarray: Babar’s Woes Deepen
The defeat was emblematic of Pakistan’s broader struggles. Captain Babar Azam continued his century drought, now extending to a staggering 72 consecutive international innings without a three-figure score—the longest such run of form in recent memory.
Series at a Glance
| Category | Highlight |
|---|---|
| Result | West Indies win by 202 runs |
| Series Score | West Indies 2–1 Pakistan |
| Top Batting Performance | Shai Hope – 120* |
| Top Bowling Performance | Jayden Seales – 6/18 |
| Historical Impact | First bilateral ODI series win vs Pakistan since 1991 |
Sports Masala Verdict:
What a turnaround! From a shaky start to finishing with a flourish, West Indies displayed flair, grit, and sheer dominance. Hope’s resilience and Seales’ firepower flipped the script spectacularly. For Pakistan, it’s a sobering moment—one that demands introspection and urgent regrouping.
