• Jomel Warrican’s remarkable seven-wicket haul on Day 3 of the first Test proved pivotal in dismantling Pakistan's batting lineup.

  • West Indies required 251 runs to win the Multan Test.

PAK vs WI: Fans go wild as Jomel Warrican’s 7/32 masterfully destroys Pakistan on Day 3 of the first Test
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West Indies spinner Jomel Warrican delivered an extraordinary performance on the third day of the first Test, taking seven wickets to decimate Pakistan‘s batting order and tilt the match in his team’s favour. His efforts marked a historic achievement, making him the first West Indies spinner to claim a five-wicket haul against Pakistan on their home turf.

Pakistan’s second innings: Jomel Warrican’s masterful spell of 7 wickets

Starting their second innings at 109/3, Pakistan seemed poised to extend their lead, but Warrican’s incisive bowling shattered their momentum. He removed key players Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan, both dismissed for just two runs, reducing Pakistan to 113/5 in the 34th over.

Kamran Ghulam tried to stabilize the innings with a gritty 27, but his dismissal deepened Pakistan’s troubles. Warrican’s dominance continued as he dismissed Noman Ali (9) and Sajid Khan (5), leaving the hosts floundering at 154/9. The final blow came when Warrican executed a sharp direct hit to run out Khurram Shahzad, who was yet to face a delivery. Gudakesh Motie sealed Pakistan’s fate by dismissing Salman Ali Agha for 14, bringing their innings to a close at 154 in 46.4 overs. Warrican’s career-best figures of 7/32 in 18 overs were the standout performance of the day, with Motie adding one wicket to the tally.

A battle of grit in a low-scoring match

Earlier in the match, Pakistan had set the tone with a first-innings total of 230, driven by Saud Shakeel’s 84 and Mohammad Rizwan’s 71. Their bowlers then put the West Indies under immense pressure, reducing them to 10/2 early in the innings. Sajid Khan and Noman Ali were the architects of Pakistan’s bowling success, with Sajid dismissing Kraigg Brathwaite and Kavem Hodge, while Noman claimed five crucial wickets, dismantling the West Indies’ middle and lower order. A determined last-wicket stand of 46 runs between Warrican and Jayden Seales dragged the West Indies to 137, leaving Pakistan with a 93-run lead.

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Shan Masood’s fifty offers brief hope

In Pakistan’s second innings, Shan Masood’s well-crafted 52 provided a solid foundation. He was supported by Ghulam, but a miscommunication between the batters led to Masood’s run-out, a moment that shifted the momentum in favor of the visitors. Warrican then capitalized on the situation, consistently troubling the batters with his accuracy and spin, eventually dismantling Pakistan’s lineup.

With a target of 251 runs, the West Indies now hold the upper hand, thanks to Warrican’s heroics. His sensational spell not only brought his team back into the contest but also set the stage for a thrilling final innings. As the visitors prepare to chase down the target, the match remains finely poised, promising an exciting finish to a gripping encounter.

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