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Pakistan vs Antilles, 1st test in Karachi, January 17-21, 2025,,
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Posted on: January 17, 2025
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The second test between Pakistan and the Antilles began on a unique note while the thick fog delayed the start of four hours. Presented for a kick -off at 9:30 am in Multan, the match finally started at 1:30 p.m. Despite the shortened opening day, the excitement filled the air while the two teams made tactical adjustments to capitalize on the conditions.
Fog, delays and tactical adjustments
Win the draw, Pakistan has chosen to first beat on a dry look should promote the spinners. Pakistan captain, Shan Masood, stressed the importance of adapting to the conditions of the house. “We have to think about getting difficult to beat at home,” said Masood. His words alluded to Pakistan’s strategy to prepare various locations adapted to their forces, although this plan was not always materialized.
The Pakistan Xi game reflects their heavy approach, aligning three specialized spinners – Naman Ali, Sajid Khan and Abrar Ahmed. In addition, Muhammad Hurraira, making his test debut, was responsible for opening the striker alongside Masood.
Beginnings and challenges for the West Indies
Beginnings and challenges for the West Indies
The West Indies also opted for a predominantly spin attack, with Gudakesh Motie, Jomel Warrican and Kevin Sinclair in their XI. Visitors, however, faced setbacks before the match. Vice-captain Joshua da Silva was abandoned, while Kemar Roach was excluded due to a disease. In their place, the Tévin Imlach striker received his debut in the test and will assume goalkeeper tasks.
Captain Kraigg Brathwaite recognized the importance of this series as the last for the two teams in the current world championship cycle. With Pride and WTC points on the line, the two teams should play hard cricket.
Team lines
Team lines
Pakistan XI:Shan Masood (C), Muhammad Hurraira, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Salman Agha, Nauman Ali, Sajid Khan, Abrar Ahmed, Khurram Shahzad
Antilles XI: Kraigg Brathwaite (C), Mikyle Louis, Keacy Carty, Kavem Hodge, Alick Athanaze, Justin Greaves, Tevin Imlach (WK), Gudakesh Motie, Kevin Sinclair, Jomel Warrican, Jayden Seles
The issues
The issues
This match is more than a simple test; It is a critical meeting because the two teams conclude their world championship campaigns of world tests. Pakistan will aim to ensure that their spin advantage counts, while the Antilles, despite their challenges, will seek to spoil the plans of the hosts.
With the delayed start, fans hope for an uninterrupted action while the series promises a fascinating competition between two contrasting jacket styles. While the first ball is launched by a misty afternoon in Multan, all eyes are fixed on how these teams adapt to the conditions and go up on occasion.
