Greaves bowls a flawless spell to dismiss Pakistan for 282runs

In an incredible display during the first Test between West Indies and Pakistan, Justin Greaves took five wickets without conceding a single run. Playing in his 17th Test, Greaves delivered a perfect spell of bowling, ending with figures of 5-27 to dismiss Pakistan for exactly 282 runs. The Barbadian all-rounder’s impeccable performance is being hailed as one of the standout moments of this series.

Greaves stated that he was simply following the captain Roston Chase's instruction when told, 'continue to be disciplined in what you are doing.' He attributed his success to the ball nipping around and getting some reward. The West Indies skipper clearly put faith in Greaves, as his experience allowed for solid performance when needed.

How did Greaves perform:
  • He began his spell by dismissing Shan Masood for 109 runs with a delivery that fooled the left-hander to edge on to stumps. Aamer Jamal was bowled immediately after, as the seamer pushed one through Jamal's defences.
  • Greaves then struck twice within two deliveries: first lbw Ali Usman before catching and bowling Mohammad Rizwan and Mohammed Abbas behind the stumps. His spell saw Pakistan collapse from 146-3 to 282-9, an extraordinary run-out of seven wickets for just 38 runs.

BBC Sport - Top Stories reported that West Indies had reached a total of 126-7 in their second innings at stumps on day three, a lead of 155 runs. This tight game leaves the match finely poised going into the remaining two days, providing fans with high expectations for what might unfold.

Frequently Asked Questions

How did Greaves perform so well?

Greaves' performance was attributed to discipline and getting rewards from the ball. He bowled consistently, taking five wickets while not conceding any runs.

What is next for West Indies in this Test match?

The West Indies now have a lead of 155 runs entering the fourth day of the first Test against Pakistan at Tarouba's Brian Lara Cricket Academy in Trinidad. The game looks set to be finely balanced and could turn on the performances of key players.