Pakistan are currently playing the second Test against the West Indies at Queen's Park Oval in Trinidad. On a rain-interrupted opening day (Sunday, August 2), West Indies scored 239/5 in 74 overs at stumps. Justin Greaves remained unbeaten with a patient half-century to put the hosts in a strong position.
Mike Smith is a Level 4-qualified coach and has previously worked with Multan Sultans in the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Mike Smith's experience in Pakistan's cricket system is expected to help the team strengthen its batting ahead of a challenging tour of England.
The PCB began the recruitment process in May, invited applications through a public advertisement, and set June 7 as the deadline before shortlisting candidates. Pakistan's England tour begins with the first Test at Headingley on August 19, followed by matches at Lord's and Edgbaston.
Justin Greaves Anchors West Indies After Early Wobbles
Greaves added an unbeaten 66-run partnership for the sixth wicket with captain Roston Chase, who remained not out on 36. The stand lifted West Indies from a difficult position and guided the hosts to 239/5 at stumps. Greaves had also starred with the ball during West Indies' victory in the first Test.
Pakistan Leave Out Mohammad Abbas Despite Strong First Test
Pakistan omitted Mohammad Abbas, who was their standout bowler in the first Test. Abbas claimed eight wickets in the match, including outstanding figures of 5/22 in the second innings, but the team management opted for an extra spinner based on the conditions.
West Indies made a brisk start through Brandon King and Tagenarine Chanderpaul, who added 49 runs for the opening wicket. Chanderpaul fell for 15 after mistiming a hook shot off Mohammad Ali, while Ali Usman trapped King lbw for 46 after the rain break.
Mohammad Ali also repeatedly asked Babar Azam for an extra slip fielder as several edges flew through the vacant third-slip region before Pakistan finally made the breakthrough.
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