On Wednesday, August 5, 2026, Pakistan achieved their first away Test win in three years by defeating the West Indies by eight wickets in Port of Spain, leveling the two-match series at 1-1 and ending an eight-match losing streak away from home.

Pakistan's previous away Test victory was against Sri Lanka in July 2023 under the captaincy of Babar Azam, who returned as captain last month.

Abdullah Shafique played a pivotal role, scoring an unbeaten 160 in the first innings. He became the first Pakistan batter since 1977 to score more than 150 in a Test innings in the West Indies. His innings helped Pakistan post 387 runs, securing a 43-run first-innings lead. Shafique, named player of the match, said, "This comeback match felt like a debut for me. I had been working hard for the last one year and was waiting for my opportunity. It came at an unexpected time but I grabbed it with both hands... I have not been able to get opportunities recently, and that happens sometime. But as a professional you have to work towards a comeback and give your best."

Pakistan strengthened their position when off-spinner Sajid Khan took four wickets, leaving West Indies struggling at 103-6 at stumps on day three. Left-arm spinner Ali Usman wrapped up the West Indies innings early on day four, with Pakistan needing 75 runs to win.

After early wickets of Imam-ul-Haq and Azan Awais, Babar and Shafique steadied the chase. Babar sealed the victory after lunch with consecutive sixes off Jomel Warrican, concluding the series evenly.

Shafique emphasized the team's execution, stating, "The most important thing was that we executed our plans whether it was how Abdullah Shafique batted in the first innings or how the spinners bowled in the second."