The Black Cats knew a win would move the club up to seventh place with a win and move 10 points clear of the relegation spots.
In the first half, Sunderland took the lead through Manchester United loanee Amad, who converted the penalty he had helped win following a superb one-two with Luke O’Nien.
Former Celtic man Tom Rogic then levelled the scores for West Brom in the second half with a superb finish beating Anthony Patterson after much pressure from the Baggies. Daryl Dike then gave the visitors the lead with seven minutes left on the clock.
Here, we take a look at how each Sunderland player performed in our ratings gallery:
5. Aji Alese - 5
Made a few important interceptions but had a tough task against Jed Wallace on Albion’s right. 5 Photo: Frank Reid
6. Corry Evans - 6
Brought balance to the side in the first half but dropped deeper after the break as Sunderland lost control in midfield. 6 Photo: Stu Forster
7. Dan Neil - 5
Was busy in midfield and linked up play well at times but couldn’t stop the flow of the game after half-time. 6 Photo: Martin Swinney
8. Amad - 7
Amad - Has now scored five goals in seven appearances after winning and converting a penalty. Was once again Sunderland’s main attacking threat. 7 Photo: Frank Reid