West Indies Seek Seventh Spot in WTC Table After Dominant First Test

The West Indies are looking to cement their position in the World Test Championship after a convincing first‑Test victory over Pakistan.

Winning by 90 runs on home soil gave the Caribbean side a 1‑0 lead in the two‑match series. Captain Rostan Chase said the squad feels both happy and lucky with the outcomes so far, yet he wants the team’s home venues to function as a "castle" that is hard for visitors to storm.

"Our familiarity with the pitch conditions and climate gives us a clear edge," Chase remarked. "We intend to exploit that advantage fully in the next match."

A win in the upcoming Test at Queen’s Park Oval will propel the West Indies to seventh place on the WTC points table, pushing England down the rankings.

The captain also outlined the importance of disciplined execution. "We have a clear game plan that we discussed and agreed upon last year. Now we simply need to follow it with consistency and determination," he added.