The Pakistan vs West Indies 1st Test in Multan turned into a dramatic encounter as Alick Athanaze and Tevin Imlach tried to resist Pakistan’s dominant spin attack on Day 3. With 12 wickets falling in the opening session, Pakistan lost seven for 48 runs, only for West Indies to slump to 54/5 at lunch, still 197 runs away from victory.
The day started disastrously for Pakistan, losing wickets rapidly against Jomel Warrican’s spin masterclass, but Sajid Khan’s lethal spell put the hosts firmly in control.
Key Highlights:
Jomel Warrican’s Spell Rocks Pakistan’s Batting Order
The ominous signs were there from the first ball of the day, as Saud Shakeel was dismissed off the first delivery. Warrican continued his rampage:
✅ First over – Shakeel dismissed at short midwicket
✅ Next over – Rizwan falls cheaply
✅ Kamran Ghulam edges to slip—Warrican’s first five-wicket haul in Tests
✅ Noman Ali falls trying a reverse sweep
✅ Salman Ali Agha’s reckless running results in another wicket
Pakistan were bowled out for 157, leaving West Indies a target of 251.
West Indies’ Nightmare Start: Sajid Khan & Noman Ali Wreck Havoc
Needing 251 runs to win, West Indies started with aggression, but Pakistan’s spinners exploited the turning pitch perfectly.
West Indies’ Batting Collapse (54/5 at Lunch)
🛑 Brathwaite (10) – Caught at deep midwicket off Sajid Khan
🛑 Mikyle Louis (2) – Clean bowled by Sajid Khan
🛑 Kavem Hodge (5) – Edged to slip, Sajid strikes again
🛑 Justin Greaves (6) – Swept and missed, LBW to Noman Ali
With half the team back in the pavilion, West Indies’ hopes now rest on Alick Athanaze and Tevin Imlach.
Alick Athanaze & Tevin Imlach Look to Revive WI’s Hopes
Alick Athanaze’s Fightback
As wickets fell around him, Alick Athanaze showed resistance, attempting to build a fightback. The left-hander’s ability to play spin well will be crucial as West Indies try to extend their innings past lunch.
Tevin Imlach’s Challenge
West Indies need a major stand from Tevin Imlach, who is making only his second Test appearance. Can he hold his nerve against Pakistan’s quality spin attack?
Where to Watch Pakistan vs West Indies Live?
📺 TV Broadcast: Sony Sports Network
📱 Live Streaming: SonyLIV (India) & Flow Sports (West Indies)
⏰ Day 3 Session 2 Start Time: 12:40 PM IST
Pakistan on the Verge of Victory
With Pakistan’s spinners in complete control, West Indies’ slim hopes rest on Athanaze and Imlach. However, Pakistan are just five wickets away from securing a dominant win.
🔥 Will West Indies pull off a miracle, or will Pakistan finish the job quickly? Stay tuned for live updates.
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