The second Test match between Pakistan and the West Indies in Multan saw several record-breaking performances, both individual and collective. The most impactful stat might be the visitors ending their 34-year Test win drought in Pakistan with a commanding victory. Their last Test win in Pakistan dated back to 1990 in Faisalabad, where they secured a seven-wicket triumph.
This series showcased a blend of exceptional individual performances and remarkable team effort, underscored by several record-breaking stats.
1. West Indies End 34-Year Wait
The West Indies played eight Tests between their last two wins in Pakistan, losing six of them. This 34-year gap (1990 to 2024) highlights the rarity and significance of this achievement.
2. Pakistan’s Dismal Batting Performance
The 287 runs aggregated by Pakistan in Multan is the third-lowest total in a Test at home (including UAE venues) while being bowled out twice. Their previous lower totals were:
3. Incredible Comeback by West Indies
The West Indies were 38/7 in their first innings, marking the second-lowest score at the fall of the seventh wicket in the first innings from which a team has gone on to win a men’s Test match. The previous record was when England recovered from 21/7 against Australia in Sydney (1887) to win by 13 runs.
4. Jomel Warrican’s Record-Breaking Series
| Player | Wickets | Opponent | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jomel Warrican | 19 | Pakistan | 2024 |
| Shane Shillingford | 19 | Zimbabwe | 2013 |
| Gudakesh Motie | 19 | Zimbabwe | 2023 |
After his 19 wickets across two matches, Warrican has now taken the joint-most wickets for the West Indies in a two-match series, equaling the record previously held by Shane Shillingford and Gudakesh Motie.
His 19 scalps are also the third-most wickets in a two-match series against Pakistan, following:
5. Dominance of Spin Bowling
The 69 total wickets by spinners in the series are:
6. Fewest Balls for 40 Wickets
| Match | Balls Bowled | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England vs Ireland | 1053 | 2019 |
| Pakistan vs England | 1064 | 2024 |
| Pakistan vs WI | 1190 | 2024 |
The Multan Test saw just 1190 balls bowled, making it the third-shortest Test (by balls bowled) since 1910 in which all 40 wickets fell.
7. Minimal Pace Bowling Contribution
96 balls bowled by pacers in the second Test (60 by Kashif Ali and 36 by Kemar Roach) are:
The second Test match between Pakistan and the West Indies and the entire series was a masterclass in spin dominance, showcasing historic comebacks and record-breaking performances. For better or worse, the performances from both teams will go down as one of the most memorable series in recent years.
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