Pakistan vs West Indies, 2nd Test: Jomel Warrican shines as West Indies defeat Pakistan by 120 runs, claim historic Test victory in Multan
The West Indies cricket team secured a remarkable 120-run victory over Pakistan in the second Test of the series, held at the Multan Cricket Stadium. This win not only helped the visitors draw the series 1-1 but also ended Pakistan’s dominance at home, with West Indies showcasing resilience and excellence in all departments.
Match Highlights:
- Jomel Warrican Shines: Warrican was named Player of the Match and Player of the Series for his outstanding all-round performance. He took five crucial wickets in Pakistan’s second innings and contributed with the bat in the first innings, scoring an unbeaten 36.
- West Indies’ First Innings: The visitors were bowled out for 163, with Gudakesh Motie (55) and Jomel Warrican (36*) providing crucial lower-order runs. Noman Ali’s six-wicket haul for Pakistan was the highlight of the innings.
- Pakistan Struggles: Pakistan managed 154 in their first innings, with Mohammad Rizwan top-scoring with 49. Warrican and Motie dominated with the ball, taking seven wickets between them.
- West Indies’ Second Innings: Kraigg Brathwaite’s captain’s knock of 52 and useful contributions from the lower order helped West Indies post 244, setting Pakistan a challenging target of 254.
- Pakistan’s Collapse: Despite starts from Babar Azam (31), Kamran Ghulam (19), and Mohammad Rizwan (25), Pakistan crumbled under pressure, folding for just 133. Warrican’s 5/27 ensured a memorable win for the visitors.
West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite lauded his team’s efforts, stating, “To come here and win a Test is impressive. It was a tough pitch, but our positive mindset made the difference.” He also praised Warrican and Motie for their impactful performances.
Pakistan captain Shan Masood admitted the team’s shortcomings, saying, “We struggled to finish off the tail, and our batting let us down in crucial moments. There’s a lot to learn from this defeat.”
This victory marks a significant moment for the West Indies, who started the year with a series draw against Pakistan and are showing signs of resurgence. Meanwhile, Pakistan will need to address their issues ahead of upcoming tournaments.
