Day 2 Drama: Spinners Dominate as Pakistan Tightens Grip on West Indies in 1st Test

In a day dominated by spin bowling, Pakistan seized control of the first Test against West Indies in Multan as Noman Ali and Sajid Khan wreaked havoc on the visitors, who were bowled out for 137 in just one session. The spinners accounted for nine wickets between them, with Ali taking 5-39 and Khan claiming 4-65. On a pitch that offered sharp turn, Pakistan extended their first-innings lead to 202, closing Day 2 at 109-3. Captain Shan Masood led the charge with a brisk 60-ball half-century before being run out late in the session, leaving Kamran Ghulam unbeaten on 9.

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The West Indies batting lineup crumbled against the spinners, with only captain Kraigg Brathwaite managing double figures among the top seven batters. Sajid Khan’s devastating opening spell with the new ball dismantled the top order, taking four wickets in his first three overs. Mikyle Louis and Keacy Carty fell in successive deliveries, with debutant Mohammad Hurraira taking a brilliant slip catch to dismiss Carty. Brathwaite was clean-bowled attempting an ambitious sweep, while Alick Athanaze offered a low return catch, reducing West Indies to a dismal 22-4 by the fifth over.

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Despite a spirited 46-run stand between Jomel Warrican and Jayden Seales, which pushed the visitors past the 100-run mark, the innings folded in just 25.2 overs—their second-shortest in terms of balls faced against Pakistan. The day’s play, which saw 19 wickets fall and spinners claim 17 of them, showcased the challenging nature of the turning track. With Pakistan in a commanding position, the stage is set for more gripping action on Day 3 as the hosts aim to consolidate their lead and push for a decisive victory.

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