Pakistan opener Abdullah Shafique played a memorable innings against the West Indies in the second Test, helping his team reach a strong position.
When play resumed on the third day at Queen’s Park Oval, captain Babar Azam was on 84 while Abdullah Shafique resumed his innings on 107.
Pakistan, who had been 266 for 2, were eventually bowled out for 387. Abdullah Shafique remained unbeaten on 160.
His 160-run innings was not only crucial for Pakistan in the match but also carried historical significance.
He became the first Pakistani batter in 49 years to score more than 150 runs in a Test match in the West Indies.
Previously, Majid Khan had scored 167 runs in Guyana in 1977.
Of Pakistan’s last four overseas innings of more than 150 runs, three have now been scored by Abdullah Shafique.
Meanwhile, the West Indies reached 103 for 6 in their second innings and currently lead Pakistan by 60 runs.
PCB takes strict action against former players
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken strict notice of the participation of former Pakistani cricketers in the ongoing Asian Legends League 2026 in Zambia and has announced disciplinary action.
According to the PCB, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has declared the Asian Legends League 2026 an unapproved cricket event, while the Zambia Cricket Union has also not approved the tournament.
The board said that, in accordance with ICC instructions, obtaining a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the relevant national board is mandatory for participating in any foreign league.
The PCB has warned that action will be taken against former cricketers who participate in an unapproved league without an NOC. Those found in violation will not be issued an NOC by the PCB for two years.
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