1986: Mudassar sends Windies packing as Pakistan take opener (Hobart)

Pakistan opened the 1986–87 Benson & Hedges Challenge with a convincing 34-run victory over the West Indies at the WACA Ground in Perth.

Batting first, Pakistan scored 199 for 8 in 50 overs, with captain Javed Miandad leading the way with a composed 53. West Indies fast bowler Tony Gray was the pick of the attack, claiming four wickets for 45 runs to keep Pakistan’s total within manageable limits.

West Indies struggled to maintain momentum in their reply and were dismissed for 165 in 46.2 overs. Richie Richardson top-scored with 38, but Pakistan’s disciplined bowling proved decisive.

Mudassar Nazar claimed three wickets for 36 runs and was named Player of the Match as Pakistan secured a 34-run win to begin the tournament on a positive note.

1986-1987 Benson & Hedges Challenge - 1st Match WACA Ground, Perth, 30th December, 1986