West Indies won the opening test by 90 runs. Pakistan needed 211 to win but were bowled out for 120 on day four. The match finished ahead of schedule.
West Indian bowlers dismantled the batting line-up. Justin Greaves claimed five wickets in a row without conceding a run and took five dismissals. Jayden Seales too took five wickets. Their bowling ended Pakistan’s innings, prior to 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.