The West Indies showcased a spin bowling masterclass to dismantle Pakistan in the final Test of the two-match series on Monday, securing a commanding 120-run victory and levelling the series 1-1.
Chasing a target of 254, Pakistan faltered under relentless pressure from the Caribbean spinners, collapsing for 133 runs on Day 3.
The hosts resumed at 76/4 but quickly found themselves in deep trouble as their fragile batting lineup crumbled within just 20 minutes of play.
Kevin Sinclair struck a decisive blow, dismissing Saud Shakeel for 13 and reducing Pakistan to 76/5 in 24.3 overs.
Soon after, Kashif Ali succumbed to Jomel Warrican for just one run, leaving Pakistan reeling at 76/6.
A brief glimmer of hope emerged as Mohammad Rizwan and Salman Ali Agha steadied the innings with a 39-run partnership.
However, Warrican once again turned the tide, dismissing Salman for 15.
Rizwan’s resistance came to an end soon after he gave away his wicket, scoring 25 runs. He was dismissed by Warrican, who picked up his fourth wicket, leaving the team at 122/8 in 41.3 overs.
Noman Ali showed some resilience and smashed a six off Motie’s delivery; however, his innings was cut short after scoring just six runs, as he was dismissed, leaving the side at 131/9 in 43 overs.
Sajid Ali was the final wicket to fall, dismissed by Warrican, ensuring the West Indies their first Test win over Pakistan at their home soil since 1990.
Warrican registered match-winning figures of 5/27, while Sinclair claimed three wickets and Motie took two.
The foundation of West Indies’ victory was laid during the final session of Day 2 when Pakistan was reduced to 76/4 in their first innings.
Openers Shan Masood and Mohammad Hurraira fell cheaply, scoring just two runs each, dismissed by Sinclair and Gudakesh Motie.
Babar Azam and Kamran Ghulam provided some stability with a 43-run stand for the third wicket, but Warrican broke through to dismiss Ghulam for 19.
Sinclair then delivered the crucial blow, removing Babar for 39, which left Pakistan in tatters.
Earlier on the second day, Pakistan’s spinners dominated, dismissing the West Indies for 244 in their second innings.
Despite some solid contributions from the visitors, the spin duo of Noman Ali and Sajid Khan ensured the target remained within reach.
West Indies resumed with a steady start, but Noman struck early by removing Mikyle Louis.
Kraigg Brathwaite offered resistance with a fighting half-century but was dismissed by Noman for 52.
The middle order collapsed under relentless spin pressure, as Sajid Khan removed Amir Jangoo for 30, while Noman sent Kavem Hodge and Alick Athanaze back to the pavilion cheaply.
At lunch on Day 2, West Indies were 129/5, holding a 138-run lead. After the break, Pakistan’s bowlers tightened their grip further.
Abrar Ahmed dismissed Justin Greaves, while Kashif Khan and Sajid cleaned up the tail. A brief resistance from Tevin Imlach and Kevin Sinclair ended when Sajid claimed his second wicket.
The West Indies folded for 244, with Noman Ali and Sajid Khan each claiming four wickets, showcasing Pakistan’s spin dominance.
