The shortcomings of West Indies' second-string line-up were harshly exposed as the hosts slumped to a 95-run defeat against Bangladesh on the final day of the first Test in Kingstown.

The home side were missing all their regular starters due to a contract dispute with the West Indies Cricket Board but gave themselves a fighting chance after setting a victory target of 277 by dismissing Bangladesh for 345 in their second innings.

West Indies' run chase failed to crank into life, however, David Bernard's dogged unbeaten 52 the best the hosts could manage as they were skittled for only 181 in the 71st over.

Bangladesh's spinners proved the difference on a turning pitch, Mohammad Mahmudullah leading the charge with five for 41 while Shakib Al Hasan weighed in with three for 39.

But it was man-of-the-match Tamim Iqbal's impressive knock of 128 on Sunday that ultimately put the game beyond the hosts as Bangladesh claimed a first overseas Test triumph.