Pakistan’s commanding win over the West Indies in the first Test at Multan Cricket Stadium was not only defined by their spin dominance but also by a viral moment involving Mohammad Rizwan. As Noman Ali dismissed Kevin Imlach for his sixth wicket, Rizwan cheekily sledged Kevin Sinclair, saying, “Yeah brother, come to the graveyard. You enjoying the bowling brother?” This playful exchange, captured on video, quickly went viral on social media and added an extra layer of intrigue to Pakistan’s resounding victory.
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The hosts, capitalizing on sharp turn and spin, posted 230 in their first innings, with Saud Shakeel (84) and Mohammad Rizwan (71) leading the charge. In reply, the West Indies crumbled under Pakistan’s spin attack, bowled out for just 137. Noman Ali was the star, claiming 5/39, while Sajid Khan supported with 4/65.
In their second innings, Pakistan added 157, with Shan Masood (52 off 70) and Muhammad Hurraira (29 off 58) contributing valuable runs. The West Indies, chasing a daunting target, were dismissed for 123 in their second innings, with Alick Athanaze (55) the only batter to put up any resistance. Pakistan’s spinners claimed 18 of the 20 wickets in the match, further underlining their dominance.
Pakistan’s dominant performance gave them a 1-0 lead in the series and showcased their superiority on spinning tracks. For the West Indies, a reassessment of their tactics against spin will be crucial in the upcoming matches.
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