Jayden Seales Not Featured as Pakistan Faces West Indies

The first Test match between Pakistan and the West Indies has been delayed due to thick fog in Multan, with the toss taking place two and a half hours later than scheduled, and Pakistan's captain Shan Masood opting to bat first, while notable players like Jayden Seales are not part of the series.

The Pakistan Cricket Board described the conditions as "unhealthy for sensitive groups" before the toss, which saw the debut of 22-year-old opener Muhammad Huraira, who has impressed in the domestic circuit with 3,427 runs in 44 first-class matches, including eight centuries and a triple-century, at an average of 48.95. The match is part of the World Test Championship, with Pakistan eighth and the West Indies ninth, and despite concerns about the series' relevance to the championship, fans are excited to see notable players in action.

The West Indies team has made some interesting selection decisions, including the omission of vice-captain Joshua Da Silva and the inclusion of wicketkeeper-batter Amir Jangoo, who is set to make his Test debut. The series has sparked debate about the World Test Championship cycle and the potential for a revised format, with some suggesting a 10-session test could be a solution to the time lost due to weather conditions.

As the series progresses, fans will be keeping a close eye on the performance of both teams, and the impact of the weather on the play. Despite the delays and challenges, the excitement around the match remains high, with the Cricinfo community actively discussing every aspect of the game, from the weather to player selections and the potential for big centuries from key players like Babar Azam.