Pakistan Takes 1-0 Lead Over West Indies with Hasan Nawaz ODI Debut Fifty

Pakistan secured a thrilling five-wicket victory over the West Indies in the first ODI of their series at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy, successfully chasing a target of 281 with seven balls to spare. The win was propelled by debutant Hasan Nawaz’s unbeaten 63 off 54 balls, which included three sixes and five boundaries, forming a crucial unbeaten 104-run partnership with Hussain Talat. Captain Mohammad Rizwan contributed a vital 53, while Shaheen Afridi led the bowling attack with four wickets, supported by Naseem Shah's three wickets. West Indies posted a competitive total of 280, highlighted by Evin Lewis’s 60, Shai Hope’s 55, and Roston Chase’s 53, but they were unable to maintain momentum in the final overs. The victory continues Pakistan’s strong form following their recent T20I series win against the West Indies and gives them a 1-0 lead in the ODI series. The second ODI is set for Sunday, with West Indies aiming to bounce back in the series.