West Indies won the opening test by 90 runs. Pakistan needed 211 to win but fell short for 120 on day four. The match ended early.
West Indian bowlers shattered the batting line-up. Justin Greaves took five wickets in a row without giving up a run and finished with five dismissals. Jayden Seales as well took five wickets. Their performances cut short Pakistan’s innings, well 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 strong start to the series.