Pakistan Wins First Test Against West Indies

Pakistan secured a 127-run victory over the West Indies in the first Test at Multan, largely due to the impressive bowling of spinners Sajid Khan and Abrar Ahmed. Sajid Khan claimed a total of nine wickets across both innings, while Abrar Ahmed contributed with four crucial wickets in the second innings, limiting West Indies to 123 runs in their chase of 251. West Indies' Alick Athanaze showed resistance with a score of 55, but the team's batting was otherwise inadequate against Pakistan's spin attack. Jomel Warrican of the West Indies stood out with a career-best 7-32, but his efforts were not enough to prevent the loss. The match was notable for being the shortest completed men's Test in Pakistan, with 40 wickets falling in just 1064 balls, and the pitch offering significant turn that favored spinners. Pakistan's captain Shan Masood acknowledged the need for batting improvements despite the victory, while West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite emphasized the need for his team to be more positive and trust their defense on such pitches.