Sun Jan 26 22:00:44 IST 2025: ## West Indies Seizes Control in Multan Test
**Multan, Pakistan:** The second day of the second Test between Pakistan and the West Indies saw a dramatic shift in momentum, with the visitors taking firm control of the match. After winning the toss and electing to bat, the West Indies posted a first-innings total of 163, a respectable score built around a half-century from captain Kraigg Brathwaite and contributions from several other batsmen.
Pakistan’s response was underwhelming, as they were bowled out for 154, giving the West Indies a slender nine-run lead. However, the West Indies’ bowling attack, spearheaded by Kevin Sinclair’s impressive 2 for 41, then struck again, claiming four crucial Pakistani wickets before the close of play. At stumps, Pakistan were reeling at 29/4, still needing a daunting 178 runs to avoid a significant first-innings deficit. Saud Shakeel’s 13 runs, including a dropped catch, proved to be a significant turning point. Sinclair’s consistent accuracy and the West Indies’ tight bowling display left Pakistan facing a monumental task on day three. The visitors will be confident of securing a victory, while Pakistan must find a way to turn the tide if they are to salvage the match.
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