Pakistan vs West Indies | Cricket Match Prediction | 2nd Test | Jan 25 – Can WI level the series? 

PAK vs WI Match Analysis

The players will hope to win when host Pakistan plays the West Indies in the second Test series match at Multan Cricket Stadium, which begins on Saturday, January 25, at 11:30 BST.

Pakistan cruised to a dominant victory over the West Indies in the opening match, securing a 1-0 lead in the Test series.

Meanwhile, the West Indies will aim to adapt to the conditions and deliver a stronger performance in the series decider.

PAK vs WI Team Preview & Squads

Pakistan

Pakistan will rely on their batting lineup, led by skipper Shan Masood, promising opener Muhammad Hurraira, Babar Azam, Kamran Ghulam, Salman Agha, and wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan, to contribute the bulk of the runs.

In the first Test, Saud Shakeel and Mohammad Rizwan scored crucial half-centuries, helping Pakistan post 230 runs in their first innings. However, in the second innings, the team was dismissed for just 157 runs in 46.4 overs, with captain Shan Masood contributing a solid 52 off 70 balls, including two fours and two sixes.

On the bowling front, PAK will count on their spin trio of Noman Ali, Abrar Ahmed, and Sajid Khan to deliver key breakthroughs. In the series opener, the spinners dominated, taking all 20 wickets in the match.

Pakistan Squads

Pakistan Squads

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

West Indies 

West Indies will depend on their batting lineup, featuring Kavem Hodge, Keacy Carty, Alick Athanaze, Mikyle Louis, and captain Kraigg Brathwaite, to provide the majority of the runs.

In the first innings of the opening Test, the West Indies batters struggled on a spinning track and were bowled out for just 137 runs in 25.2 overs. Chasing a target of 251 for victory in the second innings, they managed only 123 runs in 36.3 overs. Alick Athanaze stood out for the visitors, showing resilience with the bat and top-scoring with 55 runs off 68 balls, including seven boundaries.

On the bowling side, WI will rely on their spin trio of Jomel Warrican, Kevin Sinclair, and Gudakesh Motie to make crucial breakthroughs. Additionally, Jayden Seales and Justin Greaves are the pace options available for the visitors in the final Test.

West Indies Squads

West Indies Squads

Kemar Roach, Justin Greaves, Anderson Phillip, Tevin Imlach, Kevin Sinclair, Gudakesh Motie, Kraigg Brathwaite, Jomel Warrican, Mikyle Louis, Alick Athanaze, Amir Jangoo, Jayden Seales, Joshua Da Silva, Kavem Hodge, Keacy Carty.

Pakistan vs West Indies outfield report

Multan Cricket Stadium, Multan

The sides will be eager to win the toss and bat first in this series decider since the surface will be drier than usual. The team batting first has won the last two games played at Multan.

The game is expected to take place in bright conditions with minimal winds.

The spinners will benefit greatly from the surface that has been prepared for the match. To put runs on the board, the hitters must demonstrate positive intent.

Pakistan vs West Indies Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches

In their last five encounters, West Indies has won two and Pakistan has won three.

Pakistan vs West Indies Prediction

Cricket analysts predict Pakistan has a 70% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.