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Pakistan vs West Indies, 1st test in Karachi, January 17-21 2025,
Pakistan,
Western Indies
Posted on: January 17, 2025
The second test between Pakistan and the West Indies began with a unique note, as the thick fog delayed the beginning for four hours. Scheduled for a starting shot at 9:30 am in Multan, the game finally started at 13:30. Despite shortened opening day, the excitement filled the air, as both teams made tactical adjustments to take advantage of the conditions.
Fog, delays and tactical adjustments
Winning the launch, Pakistan chose to beat a dry -looking wicket first It is expected to favor spinners. Pakistan captain, Shan Masood, emphasized the importance of adapting to home conditions. “We have to think about making us difficult to overcome at home,” said Masood. His words showed Pakistan’s strategy to prepare his different points at his strengths, although this plan has not always been materialized.
The interpretation of Pakistan XI reflects his heavy approach, making three specialized spinners: Nauman Ali, Sajid Khan and Ana -Ahmed. In addition, Muhammad Hurraira, debuting his test, was commissioned to open the battle next to Masood.
Debut and challenges for the western Indies
The West Indies also opted for a dominant attack by Spin, with Gudakesh Motie, Jomel Warrican and Kevin Sinclair in their XI. The visitors, however, faced mishap before the game. Vice-Capitan Joshua da Silva dropped, while Kemar Roach was ruled out by illness. In his place, Batter Tevin Imlach was given his test debut and will assume the maintenance tasks of the wick.
Captain Kraigg Brathwaite acknowledged the importance of this series as an end to the two teams in the current cycle of the World Test Championship. With the pride and points of the WTC on the line, it is expected that both teams play the hard cricket.
Team alignments
Pakistan XI:Shan Masood (C), Muhammad Hurraira, aber Ahmed Agha, Naan Ali, Sajid Khan, Abram Ahmed, Kurram Shahzad
Western Indies XI: Kraigg Brathwaite (C), Mikyle Louis, Keacy Carty, Kavem Hodge, Alick Athanaze, Justin Greaves, Tevin Imlach (WK), Gudakesh Motie, Kevin Sinclair, Jomel Warrican, Jayden Seales
The bets
This match is more than another test; It is a critical encounter, as the two teams include their World Test Championship campaigns. Pakistan aims to have their advantage of rotation, while the western Indies, despite their challenges, will try to spoil the plans of the hosts.
With the delayed start, fans will wait for uninterrupted actions, as the series promises a fascinating contest between two contrasting cricket styles. As the first ball sinks on a foggy afternoon to multan, all eyes fit how these teams adapt to the conditions and rise at the occasion.
