PAK vs WI Dream11 Prediction: 3 Top Captain Or Vice-Captain Choices For 2nd Test

Soumyajit Dutta

Sajid Khan and Jomel Warrican are among the top choices as fantasy captains [Source: @TheRealPCB/X.com]Sajid Khan and Jomel Warrican are among the top choices as fantasy captains [Source: @TheRealPCB/X.com]

After Pakistan secured a convincing 127-run victory against the West Indies in the first Test of their two-match series, they are set to clash again in the second Test, scheduled for January 25. The match will take place at Multan Cricket Stadium in Multan and will commence at 10:00 AM IST.

Pakistan

In the first Test, Pakistan showcased their dominance, with standout performances from Saud Shakeel, Shan Masood, and Mohammad Rizwan, who all contributed significantly with the bat to set a formidable total. On the bowling front, Sajid Khan and Noman Ali dismantled the West Indies batting lineup, taking 9 and 6 wickets, respectively.

As they head into the next match, Babar Azam will be expected to step up and take responsibility in the top order, as he did not have a particularly strong performance in the last Test. Pakistan will expect Sajid and Noman to deliver with the ball again, as the Men in Green aim to secure a 2-0 series victory on home soil.

West Indies

The West Indies batting lineup struggled significantly in the first Test, with Alick Athanaze being the lone bright spot, scoring a fifty in the second innings. The bowlers also found it challenging to contain Pakistan's aggressive batting display, with Jayden Seales (3 wickets) and Jomel Warrican's 10-wicket haul being the only positives that prevented a more severe defeat. 

However, the West Indies boast a strong batting lineup, including Kraigg Brathwaite, Keacy Carty, and Mikyle Louis. They will be aiming to turn things around with a fresh approach in the second Test. With Jayden Seales and Warrican leading the bowling attack, Brathwaite and his team will strive to level the series at 1-1.

Multan Cricket Stadium - Pitch Report For 2nd Test Between PAK and WI

The pitch at Multan is expected to be a spin-friendly surface, designed to offer significant turn and challenge the West Indies batters as seen in the 1st Test. While the Multan stadium generally offers a good batting surface, the focus on spin is likely to make the match more competitive and challenging for both teams and the toss-winning captain would like to bat first to exploit suitable conditions early.

Top 3 Captain and Vice-Captain Choices For PAK vs WI

3) Noman Ali

Why Will Noman Ali Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?

Noman Ali could be a valuable choice as captain or vice-captain for fantasy teams, especially in spin-friendly conditions like Multan. His recent form has been impressive, as seen in the first Test against West Indies where he claimed 6 wickets across two innings. His ability to take multiple wickets in the same conditions as the previous Test on the Multan pitch makes him a strong contender for the captaincy role in the fantasy lineup. Noman will be a force to reckon with for the Windies batters as he will try to dominate the field alongside Sajid Khan.

2) Jomel Warrican

Why Jomel Warrican Will Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?

Jomel Warrican is an excellent choice for captain or vice-captain in fantasy teams, especially following his remarkable performance against Pakistan. He claimed a 10-wicket haul in the match, showcasing his ability to dominate with the ball. His astonishing economy rate of 2.60 further highlights his control and ability to keep the opposition in check. As a spin bowler, Warrican excels in exploiting spin-friendly conditions, which makes him a valuable asset for the 2nd Test, particularly after the first match. Warrican's consistency, wicket-taking ability, and control over the game make him a top contender for fantasy leadership roles.

1) Sajid Khan

Why Sajid Khan Will Be A Good Choice As The Captain Or Vice-captain?

The Multan pitch has turned out to be heaven for spinners as Sajid Khan was on a roll with his 9-fer across innings in the 1st Test against West Indies. He will be a great pick for the fantasy captain role as the 2nd Test is again scheduled on the same Multan pitch and after getting adapted to the conditions in the first game, Sajid Khan might weave wonders again with the ball exploiting the spin-friendly conditions.