The West Indies registered a decisive 90-run victory over Pakistan in the opening Test match at the Brian Lara Cricket Stadium in Tarouba, driven by a dominant performance from their bowling attack.
Chasing a target of 211 runs in the final innings, Pakistan’s batting lineup collapsed under pressure, collapsing for just 120 runs. Skipper Babar Azam stood firm as the lone fighter for the visitors, remaining unbeaten on 58. Among the remaining batters, Mohammad Abbas was the only other player to cross double digits with 23 runs, followed by Mohammad Rizwan (11), Khurram Shahzad (4), Shan Masood (3), Azaan Awais (3), Imam-ul-Haq (3), and Ali Usman (2). Both Aamir Jamal and Salman Ali Agha departed without troubling the scoreboard.
West Indies pacer Jayden Seales produced a masterclass, claiming 5 wickets to dismantle the Pakistani order. Kemar Roach and Justin Greaves chipped in with two wickets apiece, while Shamar Joseph bagged one victim.
Earlier on Day 4, the hosts resumed their second innings at 126/7 and stretched their total to 181, establishing a key 210-run lead before being bowled out. A vital 61-run stand for the eighth wicket between Kemar Roach (18) and Shamar Joseph (38) proved crucial for the West Indies. Jomel Warrican added 14 runs, while Jayden Seales remained unbeaten on 6.
For Pakistan, veteran quick Mohammad Abbas excelled with the ball, picking up a 5-wicket haul. Khurram Shahzad and Mohammad Ali took two wickets each, while Aamir Jamal claimed one.
