West Indies’ Hayley Matthews continued her remarkable form with a stunning 141-run knock to lead her team to a comprehensive 88-run victory over Pakistan in the third and final ODI in Karachi. The victory sealed a clean sweep for the Caribbean side, who had also won the first two matches of the series.
Matthews, who had scored an unbeaten 140 in the series opener, once again dominated the Pakistan bowling attack. She struck 19 boundaries in her 130-ball innings, anchoring the West Indies innings and setting the platform for a formidable total.
Pakistan’s bowlers struggled to contain Matthews and her teammates on a slow and sluggish pitch. First-change spinner Nashra Sandhu was the pick of the attack with 3 for 54, but her efforts were not enough to prevent the West Indies from posting a challenging 278 for 6.
In response, Pakistan’s batting lineup failed to rise to the occasion. Muneeba Ali top-scored with a modest 38, but the rest of the team struggled to make significant contributions. West Indies bowlers Shamilia Connell, Chinelle Henry, and Karishma Ramharack shared the wickets, while Matthews chipped in with two crucial scalps.
Matthews’ all-round performance was a testament to her exceptional talent. She not only led the batting charge but also contributed with the ball, proving her worth as a genuine match-winner.
The victory was a fitting end to a successful series for the West Indies, who will now turn their attention to the upcoming five-match T20I series against Pakistan. All five matches will be played in Karachi, giving the West Indies an opportunity to continue their winning ways.
