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Younis, Misbah provides solid platform for Pakistan

Abu Dhabi - Pakistan, who won the toss and decided to bat, ended the opening day of the second Test against the West Indies on 304-4 in Abu Dhabi on Friday.

Younis Khan scored his 33rd Test century before being dismissed for 127.

Skipper Misbah-ul-Haq was 90 not out on a batting-friendly pitch at Sheikh Zayed Stadium.

Asad Shafiq made 68 while Sami Aslam was dismissed for six and Azhar Ali without scoring.

Paceman Shannon Gabriel was the pick of bowlers with 2-43.

Pakistan lead the three-match series 1-0 after winning the first Test in Dubai by 56 runs.

Image: Getty

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