PAK vs WI: Alick Athanaze Fights, but Sajid Khan’s 9 Wickets Propel Pakistan to an Easy Win Over West Indies

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Pakistan defeated West Indies by 127 runs in a one-sided contest on Day 3 of the first Test, taking a 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Sajid Khan was the star of the match, claiming nine wickets to dismantle the visitors.

West Indies struggled against Pakistan’s spinners, folding for just 123 runs in their second innings. Alick Athanaze fought hard with a half-century but found no support from his teammates. Sajid Khan picked up a brilliant nine wickets in the match, including a five-wicket haul in the second innings. Abrar Ahmed and Nauman Ali also troubled the visitors, ensuring a dominant performance from the hosts.

Pakistan’s All-Round Performance

The match started with Pakistan opting to bat first. They were in trouble early at 46/4, but a strong partnership of 141 runs between Saud Shakeel (84) and Mohammad Rizwan (71) steadied the innings. Despite their efforts, Pakistan was bowled out for 237, with Jomel Warrican, Jayden Seales, and Kevin Sinclair taking crucial wickets.

West Indies failed to capitalize and crumbled for just 137 runs in their first innings. Reckless strokes and top-class spin from Sajid Khan and Nauman Ali left them in tatters. Pakistan’s second innings saw Shan Masood lead with a classy fifty, supported by debutant Mohammad Huraira and Saud Shakeel. Warrican tried to fight back, taking seven wickets, but Pakistan had already built a massive lead.

The West Indies batters couldn’t handle the spin trio in the final innings. Abrar Ahmed provided support to Sajid Khan, while Nauman Ali also chipped in. The visitors were bowled out in just 36.3 overs, handing Pakistan a comfortable victory. The final match of the series will be played at the same venue in a few days, where West Indies will hope to bounce back.

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