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The stage is set for an exciting two-match Test series between Pakistan i West Indiesstarting on January 17 at the Multan Cricket Stadium. This series follows their previous meeting in 2021, which resulted in a 1-1 draw.
Pakistan, despite a recent Test series defeat against them south africahas a formidable training. Led by captain Shan Masood, the batting order has a strong core Babar AzamMohammad Rizwan, Saud Shakeel and Kamran Ghulam expected to anchor the innings. The bowling attack, spearheaded by Abrar Ahmed and Mohammad Ali, will pose a major challenge to the West Indies batsmen.
The visiting West Indies, led by Kraigg Brathwaite, will be keen to bounce back from a drawn series against Bangladesh. Key players like it Keacy Carty and Mikyle Louis will be crucial in bolstering the team’s batting efforts. The bowling attack, featuring experienced campaigners like Jayden Seales and Kemar Roach, will aim to contain the powerful Pakistani batting line-up.
PAK vs WI: Head-to-head record in Tests
Matches played: 54 | Pakistan won: 21 | West Indies won: 18 | draw: 15
Test statistics and records at Multan Cricket Stadium
- Total matches: 8
- Matches won by batting first: 4
- First Bowling Matches Won: 3
- Average score for 1st Inns: 365
- Average score for 2nd Inns: 431
- Average score for 3rd Inns: 254
- Average score for 4th Inns: 227
- Highest Total Recorded: England’s 823/7 (150 overs) vs Pakistan
- Lowest Total Recorded: 134/10 (41.1 overs) by Bangladesh vs Pakistan
PAK vs WI: Multan Cricket Stadium Field Report
The Multan pitch is expected to favor the batsmen in the upcoming red-ball cricket match, creating the potential for a high-scoring contest. The surface is expected to remain flat with minimal movement, offering little challenge to hitters throughout the game. While the fast bowlers may find some help with the new ball initially, the overall conditions are likely to remain favorable to the batsman, setting the stage for a run-filled start to the series.
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PAK vs ENG: squads
Pakistan: Shan Masood (c), Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (week), Salman Agha, Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, Khurram Shahzad, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Rohail Nazir, Muhammad Hurraira , Kashif Ali
West Indies: Kraigg Brathwaite (c), Mikyle Louis, Keacy Carty, Kavem Hodge, Alick Athanaze, Justin Greaves, Joshua Da Silva (wk), Anderson Phillip, Kevin Sinclair, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Gudakesh Motie, Jomel Warrican, Tevin Imlach, Amir jangoo
