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July 17, 2025

WI vs PAK T20I Series - Head‑to‑Head History & Standout Matches

WI vs PAK T20I Series - Head‑to‑Head History & Standout Matches
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As Pakistan heads to the West Indies for a three-match T20I series starting 31 July, let’s revisit the rivalry—its stats, legends, and unforgettable games. Here's everything fans need to know ahead of the clash, with matches available on tapmad for viewers in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Overall Head‑to‑Head Records

  • Total T20Is played: 21
     
  • Pakistan wins: 15
     
  • West Indies wins: 3
     
  • No-results: 3
    Pakistan have dominated with a 71.4 % win rate, while West Indies have struggled to respond.
     

Series Dominance & Venue Breakdown

  • Pakistan swept all four bilateral T20I series from West Indies to date.
     
  • Home advantage hasn’t helped WI much—Pakistan won 6 away games, while WI secured only 2 at home.
     

Batting & Bowling Highlights

Top Batters:

  • Mohammad Rizwan leads with 407 runs, followed by Babar Azam (334) and WI's Shai Hope (184).
     

Biggest Winning Margins (by runs):

  • Pakistan’s largest T20I victory was by 143 runs in Karachi, Apr 2018—totaling 204/0 in just 13.4 overs.
     
  • West Indies’ biggest by runs came in 2014 in Mirpur: they won by 84 runs.
     

Strongest Wins by Wickets:

  • Pakistan won matches by 9 wickets on several occasions—once in Dubai, 2016; Karachi, 2018.
     
  • West Indies’ best was a 7‑wicket win in 2011 in Port‑of‑Spain.

Memorable Matches

  1. Dec 13, 2021 – Karachi
     
    • Pakistan posted 200/6 and beat WI by 63 runs. Haider Ali (68 off 39) starred, while Rizwan smashed a half-century.
       
  2. Jul 31, 2021 – Providence, Guyana
     
    • In a thrilling chase, Pakistan edged out WI by 7 runs, finishing 157/8. Mohammad Hafeez’s all-round effort took the game.
       
  3. Apr 1–2, 2018 – Karachi
     
    • Pakistan dominated with multiple big wins: a 143‑run rout, and another 82‑run margin in back‑to‑back matches.

Tactical Trends & Fightbacks

  • Pakistan’s pace‑spin combo has proven too much for WI, while West Indies often capitulate early in games.
     
  • Though WI’s T20 cricket soms vitality in globals, their head‑to‑head with Pakistan shows inconsistency, especially under pressure .

Player Rivalries to Watch

  • Rizwan vs WI pace: Rizwan remains Pakistan’s top performer—can he outshine WI’s rise in pace again?
     
  • Afridi/Shadab vs Gayle/Russell: Classic pace vs power duels—though Gayle might miss, WI still possess heavy hitters.
     
  • WI spinners vs Pakistan bats: Hosein and companions may challenge Pakistan’s middle order with spin.

How to Watch

Final Thoughts

The WI‑PAK T20I rivalry, though brief, has been dominated by Pakistan—yet each series includes moments of unpredictability and flair. Expect fast bowling duels, sharp spin contests, and batting fireworks under Caribbean skies.

For fans in Pakistan & Bangladesh, tapmad guarantees front-row access to every match, key moments, and post-game analyses.


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