Pakistan, Aug. 1 -- Pakistan kicked off their T20I series with a thrilling 14-run win over West Indies in Lauderhill, Florida, on Friday. Batting first, Pakistan posted a strong total of 178-7, thanks to Saim Ayub's 57 runs off 38 balls and contributions from Fakhar Zaman and Hassan Nawaz. Despite a promising start by the West Indies, Pakistan's bowlers responded brilliantly to defend the total and take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.

West Indies openers Johnson Charles and debutant Jewel Andrew started aggressively, adding 72 runs for the first wicket. However, the momentum quickly shifted when Mohammad Nawaz took three wickets in a single over, putting the brakes on the chase. He dismissed Andrew, Charles, and Motie, reducing Wes...