West Indies secured 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 claimed five wickets in a row without giving up a run and took five dismissals. Jayden Seales as well took five wickets. Their spells ended Pakistan’s innings, long before the scheduled close of play. Fast bowlers did most of the damage. Pakistan’s troubles on foreign soil worsened. The win gave West Indies a confident start to the series.