India wrapped up a 63-run victory over West Indies in the first test on the fourth day at Sabina Park on Thursday to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
West Indies resumed on 131 for three, chasing an unlikely 326 to win, but could manage only 262 on a pitch that offered something to everyone.
"This was a great cricket wicket, that one had lots of shooters and lifters, so kudos to the groundsmen," said Rahul Dravid, after being named man-of-the match.
"I'm enjoying it as much as ever. Days like this, that's what you play for."
West Indies had needed a big second innings score from one of their batsmen to match the 112 from Dravid but none of the home players was able to carry on after making starts.
Seven West Indian batsmen got at least 25 runs but not one went on to make a half-century, with Darren Bravo top-scoring with 41.
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