England have wrapped up a dominant One-Day International (ODI) series with a clean 3-0 sweep over West Indies, sealing the final match with a commanding 7-wicket win under the DLS method at Kingston Oval, London.
This ODI triumph marked a memorable debut for England’s new captain, Harry Brook, who celebrated a whitewash in his first series at the helm. England’s victory was capped off in style as Jos Buttler launched a six to finish the third ODI emphatically, securing the final nail in the coffin for the visitors.
The highlight of England’s chase came early, with Jamie Smith unleashing a destructive 64 off just 28 balls. His aggressive intent from the outset crushed any hope of a West Indies revival. England’s remaining batters contributed steadily, ensuring a smooth finish in the rain-shortened ODI encounter.
West Indies struggled to contain England’s top order. Although Alzarri Joseph, Roston Chase, and Gudakesh Motie managed one wicket apiece, the rest of the bowling attack went without reward.
Earlier in the match, West Indies put up a respectable total despite early pressure. Key performances came from Sherfane Rutherford (70) and Motie (63), who shared a 91-run partnership with Joseph (41 off 29). England’s bowlers, led by Adil Rashid (3/40), and supported by Saqib Mahmood, Brydon Carse, and Matthew Potts, kept the hosts in control.
As England shift focus to the upcoming T20I series, set to begin on June 6 at 5:30 PM GMT, fans can look forward to more high-octane action. England’s ODI success has provided solid momentum going into the next phase of the tour.
Post-match, Harry Brook praised the collective effort, emphasizing the importance of depth in both batting and bowling. He lauded Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell for their impactful contributions.
West Indies skipper Shai Hope acknowledged the need for consistency, commending players like Keacy Carty and Joseph. He emphasized the challenge of balancing experience with emerging talent to secure future success.
Joe Root earned Player of the Series honors, citing preparation and adaptability as keys to his consistency. Jamie Smith, named Player of the Match, was delighted with his home-ground performance after missing out in Cardiff, calling it a special moment in England’s ODI campaign.