# Pakistan beat West Indies by eight wickets to level Test series

2026-08-06T23:45:25+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk

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Pakistan beat West Indies by eight wickets in Port of Spain on Wednesday to level the two-Test series 1-1 and end an eight-match winless run away from home. West Indies were bowled out for 117 in their second innings, leaving Pakistan a target of 75. Abdullah Shafique made an unbeaten 160 in the first innings, helping Pakistan take a 43-run lead, while Ali Usman and Sajid Khan claimed four wickets each in the second innings. Babar Azam, struck on the thumb during the chase, finished the match with consecutive sixes. Pakistan’s victory ended their four-match Test losing streak. The teams have drawn each of their last three series 1-1.

## Coverage

- thehindu.com <https://www.thehindu.com/sport/cricket/babar-century-drought-in-tests-continues-as-west-indies-fight-back-in-2nd-test-against-pakistan/article71306952.ece>
- rediff.com <https://www.rediff.com/cricket/report/pakistan-secure-first-away-test-win-in-three-years-level-series-against-west-indies/20260806.htm>
- rediff.com <https://www.rediff.com/cricket/report/babar-powers-pakistan-to-series-levelling-win-against-windies/20260806.htm>

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