Noman Ali etched his name in cricket history with a remarkable hat-trick, claiming the wickets of Justin Greaves, Tevin Imlach, and Kevin Sinclair in quick succession.
Meanwhile, the West Indies managed to score 100 runs for the loss of 9 wickets in the second Test against Pakistan during the ongoing series.
The match, held at the Multan Cricket Stadium, showcased Pakistan’s spinners dominating the game. In just one hour, seven West Indian batsmen were dismissed. Noman Ali led the charge with 5 wickets, Sajid Khan bagged 2, while debutant Kashif Ali and Abrar Ahmed each picked up 1 wicket.
For the West Indies, captain Kraigg Brathwaite managed to score 9, Mikyle Louis 4, and Justin Greaves 1, while Amir Jangoo, Alick Athanaze, Tevin Imlach, and Kevin Sinclair were dismissed without scoring.
The only West Indian batters to reach double figures were Kemar Roach, who scored 25, and Kavem Hodge, who contributed 21 before being sent back to the pavilion.
West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite won the toss and opted to bat first, aiming to set a solid total in the opening innings. However, Pakistan’s captain Shan Masood strategized effectively, relying on spin bowlers to stifle West Indies’ progress and limit their total.
Shan Masood also announced a change in the lineup, handing a Test debut to fast bowler Kashif Ali, while resting Khurram Shehzad for the match.