Spin Dominates 20-Wicket Day as Noman's Hat-Trick and Warrican's Brilliance Shine in Multan
The second Test between Pakistan and West Indies kicked off with a thrilling day of spin dominance, as 20 wickets fell on a turning track.
Multan: The second Test between Pakistan and West Indies kicked off with a thrilling day of spin dominance, as 20 wickets fell on a turning track. Noman Ali's historic hat-trick, the first-ever by a Pakistani spinner in Test cricket, reduced the West Indies to 163 after a dramatic morning session. The visitors, at one stage 54 for 8, were rescued by their tailenders, with Gudakesh Motie (55) and Jomel Warrican (36*) putting up a remarkable fight to lift their team to a respectable total.
In reply, Pakistan stumbled to 154, with Jomel Warrican (4-43) and Gudakesh Motie (3-49) dismantling their lineup. Only Mohammad Rizwan (49) and Saud Shakeel offered resistance, but the hosts lost their last six wickets for just 35 runs, leaving West Indies with a slim 9-run lead going into day two.
Key Highlights:
- Noman Ali's Hat-Trick: Noman claimed the wickets of Justin Greaves, Tevin Imlach, and Kevin Sinclair in three consecutive balls, showcasing a masterclass in spin bowling.
- Motie and Warrican's Heroics: The West Indies tailenders combined resilience with aggression, producing vital runs in challenging conditions.
- Warrican’s Spin Magic: Warrican's four-wicket haul ensured Pakistan could not capitalize on their bowling momentum.
As the match remains finely poised, day two promises more drama on a pitch heavily favoring the spinners.
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