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Australia defeated West Indies by 159 runs in the first Test at Kensington Oval. Josh Hazlewood's impressive 5-43 led the Aussie pace attack, dismantling the hosts for a mere 141. Australia recovered from an initial stumble, with half-centuries from Alex Carey, Beau Webster, and Travis Head boosting their second innings to 310.

West Indies' pace bowlers rattled Australia's top order, leaving them at 92 for four after being dismissed for 190. Controversial third-umpire decisions marred the day, frustrating the West Indies camp. Australia leads by 82 runs, setting up a tense Day 3 with Travis Head and Beau Webster at the crease.