The second day of the inaugural test between Pakistan and the West Indies at the Multan Cricket Stadium began with Pakistan resuming their first innings at 143 for 4, with Saud Shakeel and Mohamed Rizwan in the fold. Shakeel had 56 and Rizwan 51, both playing a crucial role in stabilizing the innings after a shaky start. However, Shakeel fell short of a century and eventually scored 84 runs before being dismissed for Kevin Sinclairleading to a dramatic collapse for Pakistan.
A sudden collapse of Pakistan
Pakistan’s batting line-up faced a significant setback as they lost their last six wickets for just 43 runs, ending their first innings with a total of 230 runs. The West Indies bowlers, in particular Jayden Seales and Jomel Warricanhe took advantage of the conditions effectively. Seales claimed three wickets early on, dismantling Pakistan’s top order, while Warrican added three more to his tally as he concluded the innings. The fall of wickets was rapid, with key players like Rizwan and Agha Salman also succumbing to pressure, leaving Pakistan in a precarious situation.
West Indies struggle against the brilliance of Noman Ali and Sajid Khan
In response, the West Indies faced a daunting task. Their innings got off to a disastrous start as they were reduced to 10 for 2 in just two overs. Noman Ali and Sajid Khan They were relentless with their bowling, making the most of the conditions conducive to spin. Ali was particularly impressive, securing five wickets for just 39 runs in his 11 overs. Khan supported him well with four wickets for 65 runs in his 12 overs. The West Indies batting line-up crumbled under pressure, managing just 137 runs before being bowled out in just over 25 overs.
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Pakistan’s dominant leadership
By the end of Day 2, Pakistan had established a commanding lead of 202 runs. They were on 109 after losing three quick wickets, but still maintained control over the match. Shan Masood he led from the front with a solid innings of 52 runs before being left without a team. Muhammad Hurraira contributed a cautious 29 runs as the team looked to extend their lead further. Despite some hiccups in the second innings, Pakistan’s players had created a solid platform for victory.
This is how Twitter reacted:
Noman Ali and Sajid Khan divide WI land#PAKvsWI #POST #WIvsPAK pic.twitter.com/jPKeWJUSa2
— Pehn The Siri (@PehnTheSiri) January 18, 2025
West Indies bowled out 137 runs. Pakistan took a 93-run lead.
– Fife for Chacha (Noman Ali)
– Sajid Khan takes 4 wickets
– Abrar Ahmed takes 1 wicket#PakvsWi #PAKvsWI pic.twitter.com/GPwXfAneyY— TA ر IQ 🇵🇰 (@tariqkitweets) January 18, 2025
A million dollar frame.🐐
–Sajid Khan x Noman Ali. Pakistan’s majestic spinning duo.❤️ pic.twitter.com/sVfGApPdZm
— Salmán 🇵🇰 (@SalmanAsif2007) January 18, 2025
Sajid Khan and Noman Ali: The spinning duo in the last five innings in Pakistan
Sajid and Noman: 10 wickets
Sajid and Noman: 10 wickets
Sajid and Noman: 9 wickets
Sajid and Noman: 10 wickets
Sajid and Noman: 9 wicketsUnstoppable and unplayable!🫡 🔥 pic.twitter.com/JSYXguUCXf
-junaiz (@dhillow_) January 18, 2025
Noman Ali and Sajid Khan worked their magic to help Pakistan take a crucial lead heading into the second innings 👌#POST 📝: https://t.co/z2tbKnlfpf pic.twitter.com/UraD5o0Nk4
— ICC (@ICC) January 18, 2025
6 wickets in his last innings against England and now five against Windies. Mr. NOMAN ALI pic.twitter.com/elUxxv7tA2
-Hassan Abbasian (@HassanAbbasian) January 18, 2025
7th five Test wicket haul for Noman Ali – 4th in his last 4 Test matches!#POST | #PakistanCricket pic.twitter.com/Dv9hTCZk6C
— 𝐇𝐮𝐙𝐈𝐈 ♡︎ (@HuZ11786) January 18, 2025
NOMAN ALI HAS 25 WICKETS FROM 5 TICKETS IN MULTAN 🤯!#PARK #ChampionsTrophy pic.twitter.com/7zsI6ZysMY
— Sheeno (@cricsheeno) January 18, 2025
Pakistan’s spin trio wreak havoc as West Indies are bowled out for 137!
Noman Ali (5/39), Sajid Khan (4/65) and Abrar Ahmed (1/6) share the 10 wickets. Pakistan take a commanding lead of 93 runs in the first innings! #POST pic.twitter.com/oF7marhB8S– Areeb Cricket World Digital Media (@World_OfCricket) January 18, 2025
In the last 5 innings, Sajid Khan and Noman Ali played together, they took 48 of 50 wickets. Sajid x Noman❤️🔥#SajidKhan #NomanAli#PAKvsWI pic.twitter.com/OdwrXOQsg4
—FarhanKhan__mm (@MuhammadAd71773) January 18, 2025