WI vs PAK 1st Test: West Indies Build Strong Lead After Eventful Day 3

West Indies moved into a commanding position at the end of Day 3 of the first Test against Pakistan at the Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Tarouba. After taking a narrow first-innings lead, the hosts finished the day at 126/7 in their second innings, extending their overall advantage to 155 runs with three wickets still in hand.

Pakistan’s First Innings Ends at 282

Resuming their innings in a strong position, Pakistan looked set to secure a healthy first-innings lead thanks to a brilliant century from Shan Masood, who scored 109. However, the innings unraveled dramatically after lunch as the West Indies bowlers triggered a collapse.

Pakistan were eventually bowled out for 282, conceding a 29-run first-innings lead after the West Indies had posted 311.

Justin Greaves Turns the Match

The standout performer of the day was Justin Greaves, whose superb spell completely changed the momentum of the match.

Greaves claimed 5 wickets for 27 runs, removing Shan Masood before running through Pakistan’s middle and lower order. Pakistan lost their final seven wickets for just 38 runs, handing the initiative back to the home side.

West Indies Fight Back in Second Innings

Pakistan responded with the ball in the final session, taking regular wickets to keep themselves in the contest. Despite those breakthroughs, West Indies managed to stretch their lead beyond 150 runs before stumps.

The hosts closed Day 3 on 126/7, with the match finely poised heading into the fourth day.

What to Expect on Day 4

West Indies will look to add as many runs as possible with their remaining wickets before attempting to bowl Pakistan out in the fourth innings. Pakistan, meanwhile, will aim to wrap up the innings quickly and keep the target within reach on a pitch that has offered increasing assistance to the bowlers.

The Bottom Line

Day 3 belonged to West Indies after Justin Greaves’ outstanding five-wicket haul sparked a dramatic Pakistan collapse. Although Pakistan fought back with the ball late in the day, West Indies head into Day 4 with a 155-run lead and remain firmly in control of the opening Test.