In a decisive move, the West Indies cricket team has won the toss and opted to bat first against Pakistan in the second Test match set to take place in Multan. This decision comes as the team seeks to build on their performance following the first Test, where they faced challenges but showed resilience. The captain of the West Indies, Kraigg Brathwaite, expressed confidence in his team’s ability to handle the conditions in Multan, stating, “We believe we can put up a strong score on the board today.” Pakistan, led by captain Babar Azam, will be aiming to make early inroads into the West Indies batting order. The match is expected to draw significant interest from cricket fans, with analysts predicting that the pitch conditions may favor batsmen early on before offering assistance to the bowlers as the match progresses. West Indies will be looking to capitalize on their strong start and set a challenging target for the hosts in what promises to be an exciting contest in the ongoing series.
West Indies Elect to Bat First in Second Test Against Pakistan
