Azam’s century powers Pakistan past West IndiesAFP, MULTAN, PakistanPakistan skipper Babar Azam on Wednesday became the first batter to knock three successive one-day international (ODI) hundreds twice as he anchored a five-wicket win over the West Indies in Multan. 1 batter in both limited overs formats, Azam cracked a brilliant 107-ball 103 with nine boundaries to help Pakistan overhaul a tough 306-run target in 49.2 overs. Opener Shai Hope knocked a 134-ball 127 for his 12th ODI century to help the West Indies post an impressive 305-8 — their highest against Pakistan in Pakistan. Pakistan captain Babar Azam, right, celebrates after scoring a century against the West Indies in their first one-day international at the Multan Cricket Stadium in Pakistan on Wednesday. “There was a bit going, and we know Sri Lanka are a difficult team to face at home,” Wade said.
