Multan, January 27, 2025 – The West Indies cricket team has achieved a remarkable milestone, clinching a historic victory against Pakistan in the Second Test to level the series.
This victory marks the first time in 34 years that the West Indies have won a Test match on Pakistani soil, a feat that will go down as one of their finest achievements in recent years.
The victory was spearheaded by the West Indies spinners, Kevin Sinclair and Jomel Warrican, who shared eight wickets between them in Pakistan’s second innings. Warrican, in particular, delivered an extraordinary performance, claiming a five-wicket haul that dismantled the hosts. Pakistan, beginning Day 3 with six wickets in hand, failed to mount any resistance as the West Indies bowlers wrapped up the game within 20 overs, handing the home team an embarrassing defeat.
The match began with Pakistan holding the upper hand after Day 1, but the resilience of the West Indies tail turned the game around. Reeling at nine wickets down for under 100, Jomel Warrican and Gudakesh Motie put together a critical partnership that pushed the visitors’ total past 150. Kemar Roach also contributed vital runs to ensure the West Indies stayed in the contest.
Noman Ali provided a glimmer of hope for Pakistan with his remarkable six-wicket haul, which included becoming the first Pakistani spinner to claim a hat-trick in Test cricket. However, Pakistan’s batting faltered under pressure. After conceding a small first-innings lead, their inability to handle the West Indies spin attack again proved costly.
In their second innings, the West Indies batters rose to the occasion. Kraigg Brathwaite led the charge with a crucial half-century, helping set a daunting target of over 250 runs. Pakistan’s reply was lackluster, as none of their batters managed to convert starts into significant scores, leaving the team short of answers.
At the series’ conclusion, both captains reflected on the outcome. West Indies skipper Kraigg Brathwaite praised his team’s belief and resilience, particularly highlighting the efforts of Warrican and Motie. Meanwhile, Pakistan’s captain, Shan Masood, acknowledged his side’s shortcomings, emphasizing the need for improvement in handling opposition tail-enders and spin-friendly pitches.
The series ended in a draw, with both teams winning one match each. This victory in Pakistan is a monumental achievement for the West Indies, showcasing their ability to overcome challenges and deliver under pressure. Their historic win will remain a cherished memory in the annals of West Indies cricket history.