West Indies took the opening test by 90 runs. Pakistan needed 211 to win but fell short for 120 on day four. The match concluded prematurely.
West Indian bowlers shattered the batting line-up. Justin Greaves snatched five wickets in a row without conceding a run and finished with five dismissals. Jayden Seales as well took five wickets. Their bowling cut short Pakistan’s innings, well before the scheduled close of play. Fast bowlers caused most of the damage. Pakistan’s struggles on foreign soil grew. The win provided West Indies a strong start to the series.