West Indies took the opening test by 90 runs. Pakistan required 211 to win but fell short for 120 on day four. The match finished ahead of schedule.
West Indian bowlers broke through the batting line-up. Justin Greaves snatched five wickets in a row without giving up a run and ended on five dismissals. Jayden Seales as well took five wickets. Their performances stopped Pakistan’s innings, long before the scheduled close of play. Fast bowlers did most of the damage. Pakistan’s struggles on foreign soil worsened. The win provided West Indies a solid start to the series.