West Indies emerged victorious in a nail-biting first T20I against Pakistan in Karachi, securing a one-run win thanks to a superb bowling performance. While their batting score of 122 was modest, credit goes to the bowlers, particularly Karishma Ramharack, who shone with a career-best four-wicket haul.
Pakistan's bowlers had earlier restricted the Windies to a manageable total. Openers Stafanie Taylor (30) and Chedean Nation (27) provided a steady start, but wickets fell consistently thereafter. A cameo of 34 from Aaliyah Joseph helped push the score past 120.
Pakistan's chase began brightly with Sidra Ameen's quickfire 23, but her dismissal, along with that of Gull Feroza, triggered a West Indian fightback. Ramharack was at the heart of this revival, picking up crucial wickets to keep Pakistan in check.
Bismah Maroof's captaincy knock of 27 runs steadied the Pakistani innings, but wickets continued to fall at regular intervals. The drama reached its peak in the final over, where Pakistan required just two runs for victory. However, Shamilia Connell held her nerve, bowling a tight over that culminated in a dramatic run-out by Shemaine Campbelle, sealing a memorable win for the Windies.
Ramharack's four wickets for just 15 runs were instrumental in the West Indies' success. Her crucial spell in the middle overs disrupted Pakistan's momentum and put the visitors back in control. This victory gives the Windies a crucial 1-0 lead in the five-match T20I series.
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