Hayley Matthews keeps West Indies alive with narrow win over Pakistan
Allrounder's two wickets strangled Pakistan, for whom Nida Dar's all-round efforts went in vain
Dramatic final over
Even though Pakistan's task of hitting 18 runs in the last over seemed forlorn, their chances improved with West Indies only allowed three fielders out of the circle owing to an over-rate penalty.Matthews inspires West Indies again
West Indies needed early wickets, particularly that of opener Muneeba Ali, who was fresh from her stunning century against Ireland.West Indies left frustrated by Dar's relentless accuracy
For West Indies to keep their slim semi-final chances alive, they needed a big victory. Matthews eyed a big target in sunny and warm conditions after winning the toss. Having led West Indies to a drought-breaking win against Ireland with a brilliant half-century under pressure chasing, Matthews laid a platform with fellow opener Rashada Williams.Tristan Lavalette is a journalist based in Perth