Sat Jan 25 07:59:41 UTC 2025: ## Pakistan Spinners Dominate as West Indies Collapse on Day 1 in Multan
**Multan, Pakistan:** Pakistan’s spinners wreaked havoc on day one of the second Test against West Indies in Multan, bowling out the visitors for a paltry 163 despite a defiant lower-order stand. After winning the toss and electing to bat, the West Indies batting line-up crumbled under the pressure of Pakistan’s spin attack, with Noman Ali claiming a historic five-wicket haul including a hat-trick – the first by a Pakistani spinner in Test cricket.
The day began with a rare sight: Kashif Ali, a Pakistani seamer, taking the first wicket, breaking a remarkable streak of 60 consecutive wickets taken by Pakistani spinners. However, it was the spinners who truly dominated. Noman Ali’s hat-trick and five-for decimated the West Indies top order, leaving them reeling. Sajid Khan, the player of the match in the first Test, also played a crucial role in the collapse.
While the West Indies top order failed to cope with the spin, the lower order, spearheaded by Gudakesh Motie’s fighting 50, offered some resistance, adding valuable runs and frustrating the Pakistan bowlers in the process. Motie and fellow tailenders Kemar Roach and Jomel Warrican added 109 runs for the last three wickets, preventing an even more comprehensive collapse. Motie’s half-century was a significant contribution, giving West Indies some respectability in their total.
Despite the late fightback, Pakistan holds a commanding position heading into day two. The turning pitch continues to favor the spinners, suggesting further challenges for the West Indies batting order. The match remains closely watched as Pakistan aims to continue their dominance in the series.
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