West Indies secured the opening test by 90 runs. Pakistan required 211 to win but were bowled out 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 ended on five dismissals. Jayden Seales too took five wickets. Their performances ended Pakistan’s innings, well before the scheduled close of play. Fast bowlers produced most of the damage. Pakistan’s struggles on foreign soil worsened. The win provided West Indies a confident start to the series.