Pakistan vs West Indies 2nd Test 2026: Abdullah Shafique’s Heroics, Spin Dominance Help Pakistan End Away Drought and Draw Series 1-1

Pakistan vs West Indies 2nd Test 2026: Pakistan produced one of their most complete overseas Test performances in recent years to defeat West Indies by eight wickets in the second Test at the Queen’s Park Oval, Port of Spain. The visitors successfully chased a target of 75 on the fourth morning to level the two-match Test series 1-1, ending an eight-match away losing streak and registering their first overseas Test victory since July 2023.

The victory was built on a combination of resilient batting and disciplined spin bowling. Abdullah Shafique played the defining innings of the match with an unbeaten 160 in Pakistan’s first innings, while captain Babar Azam contributed a crucial 88. Pakistan’s spin duo of Sajid Khan and Ali Usman then dismantled the West Indies batting lineup in the second innings, ensuring the visitors completed the chase with eight wickets to spare.

Having lost the opening Test and sitting under immense pressure, Pakistan responded in outstanding fashion. The visitors recovered after conceding 344 in West Indies’ first innings, posting 387 to take a valuable 43-run lead before bowling the hosts out for just 117.

The result also marked a successful beginning to Babar Azam’s second tenure as Pakistan’s Test captain and provided much-needed momentum before the team’s upcoming Test tour of England.

Pakistan vs West Indies 2nd Test Result

How the Match Unfolded

West Indies made a solid start after choosing to bat first, with valuable contributions from Justin Greaves (73) and captain Roston Chase (70). Despite regular wickets, the hosts posted a competitive total of 344 in the first innings.

Pakistan responded with their best batting display of the series. Openers gave the visitors a steady platform before Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam stitched together a magnificent 183-run partnership for the third wicket. Shafique remained unbeaten on 160, while Babar narrowly missed a century after being run out for 88. Pakistan eventually finished on 387, securing a crucial 43-run first-innings lead.

On a pitch increasingly favouring spin, Sajid Khan and Ali Usman completely dominated the fourth innings. West Indies collapsed for just 117, leaving Pakistan a modest target of 75 runs.

The chase was completed comfortably despite the loss of two wickets, with Babar Azam finishing the contest in emphatic fashion by hitting consecutive sixes off Jomel Warrican.

Match Summary

• West Indies: 344 & 117
• Pakistan: 387 & 77/2
• Pakistan won by 8 wickets
• Series: Drawn 1-1
• Player of the Match: Abdullah Shafique
• Player of the Series: Babar Azam

West Indies 1st Innings: Greaves and Chase Rescue the Hosts with Fighting Partnership

After winning the toss, West Indies captain Roston Chase elected to bat first on a surface that looked good for batting early but was expected to assist spin as the match progressed. Pakistan’s bowlers maintained disciplined lines throughout the innings and kept taking wickets at regular intervals despite resistance from the middle order.

Tagenarine Chanderpaul was the first batter to depart after scoring 15, while Brandon King looked fluent during his aggressive 46 before Ali Usman trapped him leg before wicket to claim his maiden Test wicket. Kavem Hodge struggled for runs and was dismissed for 10 after Pakistan successfully reviewed the decision.

Amir Jangoo added 26 before debutant Ubaid Shah picked up his maiden Test wicket. Shai Hope contributed 29 but was cleaned up by Mohammad Ali, leaving West Indies under pressure at 173/5.

The recovery came through Justin Greaves and captain Roston Chase, who produced the best partnership of the innings. Greaves compiled a patient 73 off 150 deliveries, while Chase struck 70 from 126 balls. Their stand carried West Indies beyond the 250-run mark and gave the hosts a competitive first-innings total.

Pakistan fought back strongly with the second new ball as Sajid Khan triggered the collapse. The off-spinner removed Chase, Kemar Roach, Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seales to finish with four wickets, while Mohammad Ali and Ali Usman claimed two wickets each.

West Indies 1st Innings Scorecard

Fall of Wickets

Pakistan Bowling – 1st Innings

Match Scorecard

West Indies 1st Innings – 344 All Out (105.4 Overs)

Pakistan Bowling

Pakistan 1st Innings – 387 All Out (115 Overs)

West Indies Bowling

Player of the Match: Abdullah Shafique (160* & 24*)

Player of the Series: Babar Azam

Series Result: Pakistan and West Indies drew the two-match Test series 1-1.

Playing XI

Match Awards

• Player of the Match: Abdullah Shafique (160* & 24*)
• Player of the Series: Babar Azam (Pakistan)
• Series Result: Pakistan levelled the two-match Test series 1-1 after defeating West Indies by eight wickets.

Captains’ Reactions

Babar Azam (Pakistan Captain): “Whenever you win a match, there is satisfaction. The bowlers executed the plans brilliantly, especially the spinners. Abdullah Shafique’s batting was outstanding. We had prepared for these Test matches for the last three months and selected two spinners after assessing the conditions. Mohammad Ali also bowled with great discipline and consistently built pressure.”

Roston Chase (West Indies Captain): “It is disappointing because we wanted to win the series. Looking back, we probably should have played an additional spinner. We didn’t negotiate spin well in the second innings. We’ve played good cricket over the last two series, but we still need to learn and improve.”

Player Reactions

Abdullah Shafique (Player of the Match): “This comeback innings is very special for me. It almost felt like making my debut again. I kept working hard throughout the last year and waited patiently for my opportunity. When the chance finally came, I wanted to contribute for Pakistan because our batting unit had struggled in recent Tests. Experience has helped me mentally, and I’m happy I could make the opportunity count.”

Justin Greaves (Player of the Series – West Indies): “We were under pressure in the first innings but managed to build an important partnership. Personally, my game is in a good place, although I want to keep improving. As a team, we’ve become stronger with every Test and our aim is to keep winning more matches.”

Key Match Statistics

• Babar Azam registered his 9th away Test victory as captain in only 12 overseas Tests, giving him the best away win-loss ratio (3.00) in Test history among captains with at least 12 away Tests.
• Pakistan ended a four-Test losing streak overall.
• The victory also snapped Pakistan’s eight-match losing streak in away Tests, their longest ever overseas losing run.
• It was Pakistan’s first overseas Test victory since July 2023.
• Pakistan levelled the series 1-1 after losing the opening Test.
• West Indies have still not defeated Pakistan in a Test series since 2000.
• Among 10 Test series played between the two nations in the Caribbean:
  • West Indies won – 4
  • Pakistan won – 1
  • Drawn – 5
• Since 2000, Pakistan have won four Test series against West Indies while the remaining five have ended in draws.
• Data from the Test showed spinners extracted the highest average turn on Day 4, with the fourth innings producing the most assistance for slow bowlers.

Match Summary

Pakistan produced one of their finest overseas Test performances in recent years by defeating West Indies by eight wickets at Queen’s Park Oval. Abdullah Shafique’s unbeaten 160 in the first innings laid the foundation before Pakistan’s spin attack, led by Sajid Khan and Ali Usman, dismantled West Indies in the second innings. Chasing just 75, Pakistan comfortably completed the target through an unbeaten partnership between Babar Azam and Abdullah Shafique, ending a lengthy wait for an overseas Test victory and finishing the series level at 1-1.

Match Timeline

Day 1

• West Indies won the toss and elected to bat first at Queen’s Park Oval, Port of Spain.
• Brandon King (46) provided a brisk start before Pakistan’s bowlers fought back.
• Justin Greaves and captain Roston Chase rescued the hosts with a crucial 96-run partnership.
• At stumps, West Indies were well placed at 239/5, with Greaves unbeaten on 64 and Chase on 36.

Day 2

• Pakistan dismissed West Indies for 344.
• Sajid Khan claimed four wickets, while Mohammad Ali, Ali Usman and Ubaid Shah picked up two wickets each.
• Pakistan responded brilliantly through Azan Awais, Abdullah Shafique and Babar Azam.
• Abdullah completed a magnificent century.
• Babar Azam remained unbeaten on 86 before eventually making 88.
• Pakistan finished the day strongly at 266/2.

Day 3

• Abdullah Shafique converted his century into a career-best unbeaten 160.
• Pakistan posted 387, securing a valuable 43-run first-innings lead.
• Jomel Warrican starred with outstanding figures of 6/112.
• Pakistan’s spin attack then dominated the second innings.
• West Indies collapsed to 103/6 by stumps.

Day 4

• Pakistan removed the remaining four wickets within the opening session.
• West Indies were bowled out for just 117.
• Sajid Khan and Ali Usman shared eight wickets in the innings.
• Pakistan chased the target of 75 comfortably.
• Babar Azam finished the match in style by hitting consecutive sixes off Jomel Warrican.
• Pakistan won by 8 wickets and levelled the two-match Test series 1-1.

Series Results

What’s Next?

Pakistan will now travel to England for a challenging tour featuring three Test matches and five One-Day Internationals. The victory over West Indies provides valuable confidence after ending an eight-match away losing streak in Test cricket.

West Indies will not play another international match for more than a month. Several members of the squad are expected to participate in the 2026 Caribbean Premier League before the team regroups for its next international assignment.

Final Match Result

Updated: August 5, 2026

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