West Indies Script Huge Record, Become First Team In Test Cricket History To Achieve THIS Feat Twice

In an extraordinary turn of events during the second Test against Pakistan, the West Indies made history by becoming the only team in Test cricket to have their number 9, 10, and 11 batters emerge as the top scorers in an innings-achieving this remarkable feat not once, but twice in consecutive matches.

On a challenging spin-friendly surface, the West Indies batting lineup struggled yet again on Saturday in Multan, with the top order collapsing under pressure from Pakistan's bowlers.

By the end of the first hour, the visitors had been reduced to 38-7 within 12 overs, thanks to a devastating spell by Pakistan spinner Noman Ali.

A Historic Lower-Order Rescue Act

While the West Indies' top and middle order crumbled, their lower-order batters once again showcased resilience. Gudakesh Motie led the charge with his maiden Test half-century, scoring a gritty 55. He was ably supported by Jomel Warrican, who remained unbeaten on 36, and Kemar Roach, who contributed 25 runs. The trio combined for two crucial partnerships: a 41-run stand for the ninth wicket between Motie and Roach, and a 58-run partnership for the last wicket between Motie and Warrican.

Their efforts ensured the West Indies posted a total of 163 after being in dire straits at 38-7. This incredible lower-order performance marked the second time in Test cricket history that a team's number 9, 10, and 11 batters were the top scorers in an innings-and astonishingly, both instances involved the West Indies in back-to-back matches.

Back-to-Back Feats in Test History

The first instance occurred just a week earlier in the opening Test of the series, where the West Indies managed only 137 runs in their first innings. In that match, Motie (19), Warrican (31), and Jayden Seales (22) emerged as the leading run-scorers for the team, highlighting the vulnerability of their top order. Seales, however, was replaced by Roach in the second Test after sustaining an injury, and the pattern repeated itself in even more dramatic fashion.

This achievement underscores the West Indies' unique ability to fight back through their lower order, even as their top-order batters continue to falter. By becoming the only team to achieve this feat twice-and in consecutive matches-the West Indies have etched their name in Test cricket's 147-year history.