Pakistan Bowlers Secure Rare Overseas Win Against West Indies

By the Editorial Team · Thursday, August 6, 2026

Pakistan defeated the West Indies by eight wickets in Port of Spain, securing their first away Test win in three years and leveling the two-match series 1-1. The victory, led by captain Babar Azam’s strong batting and key bowling performances, boosts Pakistan’s confidence ahead of their upcoming England tour.

Pakistan secured a rare overseas Test victory against the West Indies with an eight-wicket win on the fourth morning of the second match in Port of Spain. The result ended Pakistan’s eight-match losing streak away from home and leveled the two-match series at 1-1.

After the West Indies were dismissed for 117 in their second innings, Ali Usman quickly wrapped up the lower order inside 30 minutes, reducing the hosts to their final pair. Usman claimed key wickets, including Kemar Roach and Justin Greaves, to deny the West Indies a meaningful target. With Brandon King sidelined due to injury sustained earlier in the series, Shamar Joseph’s resistance was brief, ending when he top-edged a shot to Usman.

Setting Pakistan a modest target of 75 runs to win, the chase was straightforward despite an early wicket. Imam-ul-Haq departed cheaply, caught behind off Jayden Seales, but the middle order, led by Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique, maintained steady progress. Azan Awais also fell cheaply, but Babar and Shafique rebounded to guide Pakistan to victory.

Babar, who is in his second stint as Pakistan’s Test captain, played a pivotal role in closing out the match. He showcased aggressive intent after lunch, hitting two successive sixes off Jomel Warrican to ensure the win.

The match statistics highlight Pakistan’s strong all-round performance: they posted 387 in their first innings, with Shafique scoring an unbeaten 160 and Babar contributing 88. The West Indies responded with 344 in their first innings, featuring innings of 73 from Greaves and 70 from Shamarh Brooks. Pakistan’s bowlers Sajid Khan and Ali Usman shared the wickets in the second innings, taking four each.

The victory marks Pakistan’s first away Test win in three years and provides important momentum ahead of their upcoming tour of England. This series also continued a pattern between the two sides, with the past three Test series ending in 1-1 draws. The win under Babar Azam’s leadership is seen as a positive development for Pakistan’s Test ambitions going forward.

This article was reported by synthesizing coverage from multiple independent news outlets to present a balanced, unbiased account. Read about our editorial standards. Spotted an error? Let us know.