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Pakistan captain Babar Azam expressed immense satisfaction after his side ended a prolonged overseas drought by defeating West Indies by eight wickets in the second Test at Queen’s Park Oval on Wednesday. The comprehensive victory not only helped Pakistan level the two-match series 1-1 but also brought an end to a miserable run of nine consecutive away Test defeats, marking the team’s first overseas Test triumph since 2023. After suffering a disappointing 90-run loss in the opening Test, Pakistan responded with a disciplined all-round performance to produce one of their most convincing victories on foreign soil in recent years.
The result was particularly significant for Babar, who returned as Pakistan’s Test captain ahead of the series after replacing Shan Masood. Having endured a frustrating start to his second stint as skipper, Babar led from the front as Pakistan bounced back strongly to avoid a series defeat and restore confidence in the red-ball setup.
Babar Azam reacts to the special win of Pakistan in Tests
Following the memorable victory, Babar highlighted Pakistan’s execution of plans as the defining factor behind the turnaround. While acknowledging the importance of the win, he singled out opener Abdullah Shafique and the spin pair of Sajid Khan and for delivering when the team needed them most.
Babar also credited the extensive preparation undertaken before the tour, revealing Ali Usman that Pakistan’s red-ball camp at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Lahore had played a crucial role in helping the players adapt to the challenges of the series.
“You are always satisfied when you win. But the most important thing was that we executed our plans whether it was how Abdullah Shafique batted in the first innings or how the spinners bowled in the second. We had been preparing for this series for the last three months with a red ball camp at the NCA in Lahore,” Babar said, as quoted by GEO.
The Pakistan captain also made valuable contributions with the bat. He scored a composed half-century in the first innings before remaining unbeaten on 24 during the successful chase, ensuring there were no late hiccups as Pakistan comfortably crossed the finish line.
Pakistan dominate the second Test to square the series
Pakistan’s victory was built on complete control across all four days of the contest. The foundation was laid by Abdullah Shafique, whose unbeaten 160 in the first innings proved to be the defining knock of the match. His patient innings helped Pakistan establish a commanding position and pile pressure on the hosts.
The bowlers then took over, with spinners Sajid and Usman exploiting the conditions brilliantly in the second innings. Both claimed four wickets each as West Indies were bundled out for just 117 after resuming Day 4 at 103/6. Mohammad Ali chipped in with an important wicket to complete the collapse.
Set a target of only 75, Pakistan suffered the early losses of Imam-ul-Haq and Azan Awais, but there was never any real danger. Shafique remained unbeaten on 24, while Babar matched him with an unbeaten 24 of his own, finishing the chase in style with consecutive sixes.
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