Pakistan endured a significant 120-run defeat against West Indies in the second Test at Multan, with a collapse to 133. Jomel Warrican's impressive 9-wicket haul contributed to this first home defeat against West Indies in 35 years. As a result, Pakistan is last in the ICC World Test Championship standings, while South Africa leads.
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