he West Indies defeated Pakistan by 120 runs in the second Test of the series, leveling the two-match series 1-1. Despite a brief fight from Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha, the West Indies spinners dominated the game, securing a commanding victory.
| Team | Result |
|---|---|
| West Indies | Won by 120 runs |
| Pakistan | Lost, series 1-1 |
Pakistan Struggle Against West Indies’ Spinners
Chasing a target of 254, Pakistan struggled against the spin bowlers of West Indies. Jomel Warrican and Kevin Sinclair put in an outstanding performance, applying relentless pressure throughout the innings. Their spin bowling turned out to be too much for Pakistan to handle.
| Bowler | Wickets |
|---|---|
| Jomel Warrican | 5/27 |
| Kevin Sinclair | 3/61 |
| Motie | 2/35 |
Pakistan Top Order Collapse
Pakistan began their chase at 76/4, but the situation quickly worsened. After Sinclair dismissed Saud Shakeel for 13, the pressure mounted, and Pakistan lost quick wickets. Kashif Ali fell cheaply for just one run, leaving Pakistan at 76/6, with little hope of recovering.
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Saud Shakeel | 13 |
| Kashif Ali | 1 |
Rizwan and Agha Fight Briefly
A brief resistance came from Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Agha, who managed to put together a 39-run partnership, offering some hope to the faltering chase. However, Warrican broke the stand by dismissing Salman for 15, and shortly after, Rizwan was also dismissed for 25, leaving Pakistan at 122/8.
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Mohammad Rizwan | 25 |
| Salman Agha | 15 |
Quick End to Pakistan Chase
Noman Ali’s short-lived attack included a six off Motie, but he was dismissed for just six runs. The final wicket fell when Sajid Khan was bowled out for a duck by Warrican. This marked the end of Pakistan’s innings and West Indies’ historic win, securing their first Test victory in Pakistan since 1990.
| Player | Runs |
|---|---|
| Noman Ali | 6 |
| Sajid Khan | 0 |
West Indies’ Historic Test Win
This victory marked a historic achievement for the West Indies, as they secured their first Test win in Pakistan since 1990. The dominance of their spinners, led by Warrican and Sinclair, played a key role in this memorable win.
| Key Moment | Impact |
|---|---|
| West Indies Spinners | Dominated Pakistan’s batting |
| Historic Win | First Test victory in Pakistan since 1990 |
West Indies’ Spin Attack Continues to Dominate
West Indies’ spin attack was also crucial in the first innings, where they reduced Pakistan to 76/4. Sinclair and Motie took early wickets, and Warrican’s performance continued to frustrate Pakistan’s batting lineup. This strong showing by the spinners has been a significant factor in their series-leveling victory.
| Player | Wickets (1st Innings) |
|---|---|
| Sinclair | 2 |
| Motie | 2 |
| Warrican | 1 |
West Indies Bounce Back Strong
The West Indies’ remarkable performance in the second Test highlights their strength in spin bowling. Pakistan’s batting failures, especially against the spinners, led to their downfall. With the series now tied at 1-1, the third Test promises to be an exciting contest, with West Indies looking to continue their momentum.
