“It’s been a long journey, man,” Roach reflected. “I’m happy the guys won the game, that’s the most important thing. I think the win is what we needed to get ourselves on the [World Test] Championship table. So, well done to the team, Roston Chase on his first win as captain. Sammy on his first win as well as coach. But, you know what, it’s been a long journey. It took a lot to be here. I want to be here for all these guys, everyone supporting me, especially Denis Byam.

“I want to mention Denis Byam immensely. He’s the team physio and we’ve had countless conversations for the last couple of weeks. Obviously coming back from injury, a lot of work had to be done to get myself out here to play this Test match. He was phenomenal, man. All my family, I know my mum is watching, she’s proud. My kids, all my friends at home. I know everyone’s watching now, just this day today. I want to thank all the Antigua fans for coming out and supporting the team.”