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Pakistanleft arm spinner Noman Ali delivered a masterful piece of bowling to dismiss West Indies captain Craig Brathwaite on Day 2 of the second Test at the Multan Cricket Stadium in Multan on Sunday (January 26).
Noman Ali strikes with a brilliant delivery to dismiss Kraigg Brathwaite
Brathwaite had been playing an aggressive game, coming out of his crease and creating space to attack, especially on the leg side. He had successfully scored a few boundaries this way. However, on the last ball of the 23rd, Noman’s volley, which he pitched in line with the stumps and was cleverly held back, fooled the batsman. The ball landed shorter than expected and spun sharply. Brathwaite, trying to nail it down the leg side, misses completely. Mohammad Rizwanshowing quick reflexes behind the stumps, he took advantage of the great spin and bounce to complete a sharp sock. Although Brathwaite was well out of place, Rizwan’s quick work sealed the dismissal. This wicket left the West Indies at 92/2, with Brathwaite contributing 52 runs from 74 balls, including 4 fours and 2 sixes.
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Noman Ali beats West Indies captain to make major breakthrough ☝️#PUBLISH | #RedBallRumble pic.twitter.com/e3QSTwxUMy
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) January 26, 2025
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West Indies extend lead as Pakistan struggle on Day 2 of second Test
On Day 2 of the second Test between Pakistan and West Indies at Multan, West Indies led by 138 runs with a total of 129/5 in their second innings. In the first Test, West Indies were bowled out for 163, with Noman taking a remarkable 6-wicket haul for Pakistan. Pakistan’s first innings ended on 154, with Rizwan top-scoring with 49 runs. Kemar Roach i Gudakesh Movement they were the West Indies’ most outstanding bowlers, taking crucial wickets. In the second innings, Noman continued his strong form, removing Brathwaite, Michael Louis i Kavem Hodgewhile the West Indies he reached 129/5 at lunch on day 2. The match is tightly contested, with West Indies in the lead, but Pakistan’s bowlers are still in the hunt.
