PAK vs WI: Fans go wild as Jomel Warrican’s 7/32 masterfully destroys Pakistan on day three of first Test
West Indies spinner Jomel Warrican he produced an outstanding performance on the third day of the first Test, taking seven wickets for his decimation Pakistanbatting order and turn the game in your team’s favor. His efforts marked a historic achievement, making him the first West Indies spinner to take five wickets against Pakistan on their home turf.
Pakistan’s second innings: Jomel Warrican’s masterful 7-wicket spell
Starting their second innings at 109/3, Pakistan looked set to add to their lead, but Warrican’s crisp delivery shattered their momentum. He removed key players Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwanboth dismissed for just two runs, reducing Pakistan to 113/5 in the 34th over.
Kamran Ghulam he tried to stabilize the innings with a sharp 27, but his dismissal deepened Pakistan’s problems. Warrican’s dominance continued as he fired Noman Ali (9) i Sajid Khan (5), leaving the hosts reeling at 154/9. The final blow came when Warrican delivered a crisp direct kick into the run out Khurram Shahzadwhich was yet to receive delivery. Gudakesh Motie sealed Pakistan’s fate by sacking Salman Ali Agha for 14, ending their innings at 154 in 46.4 overs. Warrican’s career-best figures of 7/32 from 18 overs were the standout performance of the day, with Motie adding one wicket to the tally.
A battle of guts in a low-scoring match
Earlier in the match, Pakistan set the tone with a first innings total of 230, led Saud Shakeel is 84 and Mohammad Rizwan‘s 71. Their bowlers then put the West Indies under immense pressure, reducing them to 10/2 early in the innings. Sajid Khan and Noman Ali they were the architects of Pakistan’s bowling success, with the dismissal of Sajid Craig Brathwaite and Kavem Hodgewhile Noman took five crucial wickets, dismantling the West Indies middle and lower order. A decisive last ball of 46 runs between Warrican and Jayden Seales pulled West Indies to 137, leaving Pakistan with a 93-run lead.
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Shan Masood’s fifty offers brief hope
In Pakistan’s second innings, Shana Masood a well-crafted 52 provided a solid foundation. Ghulam supported him, but miscommunication between the batsmen led to Masood’s run-out, a moment that shifted the momentum in favor of the visitors. Warrican then took advantage of the situation, constantly troubling the batsmen with his accuracy and spin, eventually breaking the Pakistani line-up.
With a target of 251 runsWest Indies now hold the upper hand, thanks to Warrican’s heroics. His sensational spell not only brought his team back into the contest but also set the stage for a thrilling final innings. As the visitors prepare to hunt down the target, the game remains finely poised, promising an exciting finish to an exciting encounter.
Here’s how fans reacted:
James Warrican is the first West Indian spinner to take a 5W haul in Pakistan in Test cricket. In fact, his current figures of 7/32 are the best ever performance by a West Indian bowler in Pakistan, as far as Test cricket is concerned.
No other West Indies bowler,…— Spandan Roy (@talksports45) January 19, 2025
Pakistan are all out for 157 with Jomel Warrican claiming seven wickets 🏏
West Indies have a target of 251 🎯#PAKvWI | #RedBallRumble pic.twitter.com/TxCqPnpgbH
— Pakistan Cricket (@TheRealPCB) January 19, 2025
Jomel Warrican became the first Westindies Spinner to take a 5 wicket haul in Pakistan. The previous best was 4/25 in 1959 by Sonny Ramadin. pic.twitter.com/T8HEB82kbg
— Vijay Anaparthi (@VijayCricketFan) January 19, 2025
Jomel Warrican – take a bow!
The best bowling test figures from 7-32 🔥
Top scorer in the 1st innings 👏
10 wickets in the match 💪#PAKvWI— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) January 19, 2025
Warrican adjusted his pace well on the third morning and varied his trajectories. He and the WI spinners were a tad quicker in the first innings compared to Sajid and Noman. But this spell seems particularly suited to this wicket#PAKvWI
— Ahsan Iftikhar Nagi (@ahsannagi) January 19, 2025
a non-review/bad umpire’s decision has just cost Jomel Warrican the third best number in West Indies history. he will have to settle for 12. but what an effort for him. the rest failed to support him.
— Dhruv (@IAmDhruvChouhan) January 19, 2025
So who would have believed that a West Indian spinner would destroy Pakistan on a track made by Pakistan?
Take a bow, Jamel Warrican.— Nimish Dubey (@nimishdubey) January 19, 2025
7 wickets for Jomel Warrican in the 2nd innings. This pitch now looks unplayable and Pakistan easily defend 250 🏏 here#PAKvWI pic.twitter.com/4bQ4jiIrN3
— Shahzaib Ali 🇵🇰 (@DSBcricket) January 19, 2025
A magnificent spell. Career best Test bowling is 7/32 and career best Test BBM is 10/101 for Jomel Warrican.
Pakistan 106/2 to 157 All Out in second innings. @windiescricket @wiplayers #PAKvWI— JaayShaan (VaidhyaJayaShankar) (@JaayShaan) January 19, 2025
The Rise and Rise of Jomel Warrican has always been my favorite since I first saw him in 2015
— Pricviz (@Pric_viz_) January 19, 2025
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