PAK vs WI: In what would become a match miracle, the West Indies beat Pakistan by 120 runs on the third day of the second Test in Multan, bringing parity to the series 1-1. For the West Indies, it marked the first Test win in Pakistan in nearly 35 years. The match, filled with dominating spin input from the West Indian, particularly Jomel Warrican, was one that epitomized the team’s determination and ability to deliver in extreme conditions.
The standout performer of the day came from the left-arm spinner for West Indies, Jomel Warrican, as he produced a very important five-wicket haul, that proved to be the difference between victory and defeat as his contribution went into a major dismissal of Pakistan’s lower order in winning for his side. Warrican was part of a team effort by the West Indian spinners, who capitalized on the spinning conditions of the Multan Stadium pitch to outclass Pakistan’s batting lineup.
Pakistan’s Struggle on Day 3 of PAK vs WI Test
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Pakistan resumed Day 3 of the second Test at 76/4, with the task of chasing down the 254-run target set by the West Indies in their second innings a daunting one. West Indian spinners, especially Kevin Sinclair, had done much of the work on Day 2 and left the tourists a glimmer of hope that they could well level the series. The Pakistan batsmen found it tough to handle the turning ball and could not regain lost ground even when some individuals came out all guns blazing.
West Indies’ Second Innings: A Competitive Total
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Much earlier in the match, the West Indies had posted a competitive total of 244 runs in their second innings, leaving Pakistan to chase a target of 254 runs to win. A gritty middle-order performance helped the West Indies set Pakistan a challenging target, which would prove pivotal on a turning pitch. The West Indies’ total more than did justice to the pressure on Pakistan who, after all, were known for batting vulnerabilities on such surfaces.
It was a historic win for the West Indies in PAK vs WI Test series
This was a great victory for the West Indies, as it marked the first time in over three decades that they had won a Test match in Pakistan. The last time the West Indies achieved such a feat was in 1988 when they triumphed in a Test series in Pakistan. With the series now tied 1-1, the West Indies will look to build on this momentum and carry their newfound confidence into future matches.
Series Tied 1-1
The West Indies have leveled the series at 1-1 as they went on to win the second Test by 120 runs. It was a game of contrasting performances- Pakistan totally failed to chase down a relatively small target on a pitch that began turning appreciably from the third day, while the West Indies have much to pride themselves on, particularly their outstanding bowling display led by Warrican.
The PAK vs WI series-ending match, which will now go down in history, showcased the resilience of the West Indies and their ability to thrive in challenging conditions, bringing joy to their fans as they secured a memorable victory.
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