In the final ten overs of the third and decisive one-day, the West Indies turned the tide, taking the match — and the series — away from Pakistan.

Pakistan lost the match by a huge margin of 202 runs and also lost the one-day series for the first time in 33 years.

Following the heavy defeat, Pakistan captain Mohammad Rizwan offered explanations, stating that “luck was not on our side” and admitting that the team was “one bowler short.”

He also acknowledged that Jayden Seales troubled Pakistani batters throughout the series.

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However, Rizwan’s justifications have not satisfied critics, as both the team management and the captain are facing tough questions over key decisions made during the match.

Critics and fans asked why Pakistan chose to bowl first after winning the toss in a high-pressure decider.

Team selection is also being questioned, as many wondered why only two fast bowlers were included in the playing XI.

Many critics wanted to know the reason for not playing Shaheen Shah Afridi in the crucial third ODI.

Questions are also being raised about Rizwan’s captaincy and the decisions he took.

Many critics pointed out that Abrar Ahmed was not utilised for his full quota of 10 overs.

After the embarrassing loss, critics and fans vented their anger at senior players and asked why underperformers like Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam continue to be backed despite repeated failures.

The selection strategy and on-field decisions have come under heavy scrutiny, with fans and analysts alike questioning whether the management read the conditions correctly or made the right choices under pressure.

As the team returns home after a historic loss — their first ODI series defeat to the West Indies in 33 years — a review of both player performances and leadership decisions seems imminent.