West Indies Secure Dominant 90-Run Victory Over Pakistan in Thrilling 1st Test
Jayden Seales' five-wicket haul on Day 4 sealed the win, giving West Indies a 1-0 lead in the two-match series against Pakistan.
The story
Day four of the first Test between West Indies and Pakistan at the Brian Lara Stadium saw a dramatic conclusion as the hosts clinched a 90-run victory. After being bowled out for 181 in their second innings, setting Pakistan a target of 211, West Indies' bowlers rose to the occasion.
Shamar Joseph provided crucial late runs with a quickfire 38 off 27 balls in the West Indies' second innings. Pakistan's chase faltered early, collapsing to 71/9.
Despite a resilient 49-run last-wicket stand between captain Babar Azam, who top-scored with 58, and Mohammad Abbas (23), it was not enough. Pace bowler Jayden Seales was the star performer for the West Indies, tearing through Pakistan's batting lineup with a superb spell of 5/20 in the fourth innings to seal the memorable win.
Latest results
| Match | Format | Result | Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Indies vs Pakistan, 1st Test | Test | West Indies won by 90 runs | Jayden Seales (5/20) |
| Israel vs France, 10th Match, ECA Men's European Cup | T20I | Play ongoing | Result not available yet |
| Nepal vs Netherlands, 120th Match, ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27 | ODI | Match in progress | Result not available yet |
Series in play
Pakistan tour of West Indies. 1st Test, West Indies lead 1-0
Tables that matter
| Competition | Position | Note |
|---|---|---|
| ICC World Test Championship (2025-27) | West Indies 8th (22.73 PCT), Pakistan 9th (6.67 PCT) | West Indies climbed after their win; Australia leads the table at 87.50 PCT. |
| ICC Men's Test Team Rankings | #1 Australia (131 rating) | South Africa is 2nd (119), New Zealand 3rd (106), and India 4th (104). |
| ICC Men's ODI Team Rankings | #1 India (116 rating) | New Zealand holds the 2nd spot (109). |
| ICC Men's T20I Team Rankings | #1 India (268 rating) | England is tied at 2nd (268). |
What we'll be watching
- West Indies vs Pakistan, 2nd Test, starting August 2, 2026, at Queen's Park Oval, Port of Spain.
- Nepal vs Netherlands, 120th Match, ICC Cricket World Cup League Two 2023-27, Sportpark Maarschalkerweerd (Play expected to conclude today).
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