Noman Ali Shines with 6-41 as Pakistan Dismisses West Indies for 163 in First Session
Noman Ali becomes the first Pakistani spinner to accomplish a hat-trick in Test cricket.

Noman Ali delivered an outstanding performance on Day 1 of the second Test against West Indies in Multan, achieving bowling figures of 6 wickets for 41 runs.
His remarkable feat included taking a hat-trick, making him the first Pakistani spinner to accomplish this in Test cricket.
This impressive bowling display helped Pakistan dismiss West Indies for a mere 163 runs before lunch on the opening day of the match, significantly contributing to Pakistan’s commanding position in the game.
Noman’s hat-trick was pivotal in dismantling the West Indies batting lineup, which collapsed from a precarious 32-2 to 38-8 within just 14 balls. He began his spell by trapping West Indies captain Kraigg Brathwaite’s leg before wicket, followed by dismissing Justin Greaves, Tevin Imlach, and Kevin Sinclair in consecutive deliveries.
Despite a late resistance from Gudakesh Motie, who scored a career-best 55 runs, the West Indies innings ended quickly, showcasing the effectiveness of Pakistan’s spin attack on a pitch that favoured turn.
This performance follows Noman’s previous success in the series, where he, alongside Sajid Khan, played a crucial role in Pakistan’s victory over West Indies in the first Test, where they bowled out the visitors for just 137 runs in their first innings.
Key Highlights of Day 1:
- Noman Ali’s Stellar Bowling: Noman Ali achieved remarkable figures of 6 wickets for 41 runs, including a hat-trick, becoming the first Pakistani spinner to do so in Test cricket.
- West Indies Collapse: West Indies struggled against Pakistan’s bowling attack, managing to score only 163 runs in their first innings before lunch.
- Early Breakthroughs: Pakistan’s bowlers made significant inroads early on, reducing West Indies to 38-8 after a promising start at 32-2.
- Late Resistance: Gudakesh Motie provided some resistance with a career-best score of 55 runs, but it was not enough to stabilize the innings.