PAK vs WI Playing 11, 2nd Test: Pakistan vs West Indies Probable Playing XI, Preview, Weather & Pitch Report

PAK vs WI Playing 11, 2nd Test: After Pakistan bagged a 127-run win against the West Indies in the 1st Test of the two-match series, the Men in Green are all set to clash again in the 2nd Test. This match is scheduled for January 25 at Multan Cricket Stadium, and it will start at 10:00 AM IST.

The first Test was a thrilling encounter, with Pakistan\'s bowlers—led by Sajid Khan and Noman Ali—dominating the West Indies batting line-up. Pakistan posted a modest total in their first innings but made up for it with clinical bowling, bundling out the West Indies twice. On the flip side, West Indies had a lackluster performance with the bat, and only Alick Athanaze’s half-century stood out. Heading into the second Test, both sides will be aiming to make necessary adjustments to improve their chances.

Match Information:

Date: January 25

Time: 10:00 AM IST

Venue: Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan

Pakistan vs West Indies Weather & Pitch Report:

The weather in Multan for the 2nd Test is expected to be sunny with light winds, ensuring uninterrupted play. The pitch is expected to heavily favour spinners due to its dry surface and the presence of cracks. Batters will need to adapt to the spin-friendly conditions, while the bowlers will enjoy significant turn as the game progresses.

Pakistan vs West Indies Preview:

Pakistan:

Pakistan comes into the second Test on the back of a crushing victory in the first match, thanks to strong batting performances from Saud Shakeel, Shan Masood, and Mohammad Rizwan. With the ball, it was all about spin—Sajid Khan and Noman Ali combined to take 15 wickets and dismantle the West Indies batting line-up. However, Babar Azam will be expected to step up with the bat after a relatively quiet performance in the opening Test. If the spinners continue to fire, Pakistan will look to complete the series with a dominant 2-0 victory on home soil.

West Indies:

The West Indies were thoroughly outplayed in the first Test, and their top-order batting struggles were exposed. Alick Athanaze’s gritty 61 was the only highlight of their batting performance, while Jomel Warrican’s outstanding 10-wicket haul was the sole bright spot with the ball. Captain Kraigg Brathwaite and middle-order batsman Keacy Carty must take responsibility to rally their team in the second Test. The West Indies will need to neutralise Pakistan’s spinners and improve their batting discipline if they are to avoid another heavy defeat.

PAK vs WI Probable Playing 11:

Pakistan:

Shan Masood (C)
Mohammad Huraira
Babar Azam
Kamran Ghulam
Saud Shakeel
Mohammad Rizwan (WK)
Agha Salman
Noman Ali
Sajid Khan
Khurram Shahzad
Abrar Ahmed

West Indies:

Kraigg Brathwaite (C)
Joshua Da Silva (WK)
Alick Athanaze
Keacy Carty
Justin Greaves
Kavem Hodge
Trevin Imlach
Amir Jangoo
Mikyle Louis
Gudakesh Motie
Anderson Phillip
Kemar Roach
Jayden Seales
Kevin Sinclair
Jomel Warrican

Injury Update:

No major injuries have been reported ahead of the 2nd Test. Both teams are expected to field their strongest XI, barring any last-minute changes.

Pakistan vs West Indies Full Squad:

Pakistan: Shan Masood (C), Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Saud Shakeel, Mohammad Rizwan (WK), Salman Agha, Noman Ali, Sajid Khan, Khurram Shahzad, Abrar Ahmed, Mohammad Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Rohail Nazir, Muhammad Hurraira, Kashif Ali

West Indies: Kraigg Brathwaite (C), Joshua Da Silva (WK), Alick Athanaze, Keacy Carty, Justin Greaves, Kavem Hodge, Trevin Imlach, Amir Jangoo, Mikyle Louis, Gudakesh Motie, Anderson Phillip, Kemar Roach, Jayden Seales, Kevin Sinclair, Jomel Warrican