Friday, 10 march 2017 : The pair put on a record 192 for the second wicket, with Hales the more aggressive of the two and Root happy to play the anchor role. West Indies were never in contention and meekly surrendered with the bat – being bowled out for just …
Read More »West Indies v England: Joe Root and Chris Woakes steer England to victory
Monday, 6 March 2017 : Liam Plunkett took 3-32 as West Indies, despite 50 from Jason Mohammed, were bowled out for 225 in 47.5 overs. Jason Roy (52) put England on top but home spinners Ashley Nurse (3-34) and Devendra Bishoo (2-43) hit back. However, Joe Root (90) and Chris …
Read More »Misbah stranded on 99, Pakistan take control against Windies
Tuesday, 25 April 2017 : Captain Misbah-ul-Haq became the first Pakistan batsman left stranded on an unbeaten 99 in a test on Monday but the visitors still seized control of the first match against West Indies in Jamaica. West Indies were reeling on 93 for four wickets in their second …
Read More »West Indies recover from early setback against Pakistan
Saturday, 23 April 2017 : Pakistan paceman Mohammad Abbas took a wicket with his second ball in test cricket as the tourists made headway early on the first day of the first test before West Indies recovered to close at 244-7 in Jamaica on Friday. West Indies were reeling at …
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