Cricket Match Prediction | West Indies tour of England 2025 | England vs West Indies | 3rd ODI | June 03 – Can the WI Salvage Pride or Will ENG Complete the Sweep?

ENG vs WI Match Analysis

The third and final One Day International (ODI) of the West Indies tour of England 2025 is set to take place on Tuesday, June 3, at the historic Kennington Oval in London. The match will commence at 1:00 PM local time (noon GMT) and be a day-night encounter. This fixture concludes the three-match ODI series, which has already seen England clinch the series.

England has displayed commanding performances in the first two ODIs against the WI, securing the series with a game to spare. While, West Indies will look forward to some consistency to save their reputation and regroup their team to get a win over mighty ENG.  

ENG vs WI Team Preview & Squads

England

In the 1st ODI, under the new leadership of Harry Brook, England posted a formidable total of 400 for 8. The batting lineup showed depth and consistency, with all the top seven batsmen contributing at least 30 runs. Jacob Bethell stood out with a brisk 82 off 53 balls, earning the Player of the Match award. In response, the West Indies were dismissed for 162, leading to a massive 238-run victory for England. Saqib Mahmood and Jamie Overton were instrumental with the ball, each taking three wickets.

Facing a challenging target of 309 in the 2nd ODI, England’s innings began precariously at 2 for 2. Joe Root then delivered a masterclass, scoring an unbeaten 166, his highest ODI score, and surpassing 7,000 ODI runs to become England’s all-time leading run-scorer in the format. His 143-run partnership with Will Jacks (49) was pivotal in stabilizing the innings. Despite a valiant effort from West Indies’ Alzarri Joseph, who took 4 for 31, England achieved the target with three wickets in hand and seven balls remaining.

With this formidable performance, England will be looking for a clean sweep this time.

England Squads 

England

Tom Hartley, Ben Duckett, Jamie Smith, Saqib Mahmood, Brydon Carse, Jamie Overton, Joe Root, Will Jacks, Matthew Potts, Harry Brook, Jofra Archer, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Adil Rashid, Gus Atkinson, Jos Buttler

West Indies

In the 1st match, the West Indies struggled to contain England’s batting lineup, which amassed a formidable total of 400 for 8. Despite efforts from bowlers like Alzarri Joseph, who took 2 wickets, the West Indies bowlers found it difficult to make significant breakthroughs. In response, the West Indies’ batting faltered, being bowled out for 162, leading to a substantial 238-run defeat. The team faced challenges in building partnerships and countering England’s bowling attack.

The West Indies showed improvement in the next match, posting a competitive total of 308 runs, thanks to Keacy Carty’s century and contributions from Brandon King and Shai Hope. However, their bowling unit couldn’t capitalize on early successes, allowing Joe Root to anchor England’s chase with an unbeaten 166. Despite Alzarri Joseph’s impressive figures of 4 for 31, fielding lapses and missed opportunities allowed England to secure a three-wicket victory with seven balls remaining.

The West Indies will be more cautious for this match to avoid a whitewash. 

West Indies Squads 

West Indies

Evin Lewis, Jediah Blades, Gudakesh Motie, Keacy Carty, Amir Jangoo, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales, Shai Hope, Sherfane Rutherford, Justin Greaves, Matthew Forde, Jewel Andrew, Roston Chase, Brandon King, Shimron Hetmyer, Alzarri Joseph       

England vs West Indies outfield report  

Kennington Oval, London

Considering the pitch conditions and the weather forecast, the team winning the toss might opt to bat first. The Oval’s surface is known to favor batters, and setting a challenging total could be advantageous, especially if weather conditions deteriorate later in the day.

The weather forecast for London on Tuesday indicates a maximum temperature of 19°C with a minimum of 11°C. The day is expected to start cloudy, transitioning to light rain by late morning. Humidity levels will be moderate, and there will be a gentle southwesterly breeze. These conditions could assist swing bowlers, particularly in the early stages of the match.

The Kennington Oval traditionally offers a batting-friendly pitch with consistent bounce and a fast outfield, providing value for well-timed shots. However, early in the match, seam bowlers can exploit any moisture and movement in the air. As the game progresses, the pitch tends to settle, making it conducive for stroke play. Captains will need to weigh the benefits of batting first against the potential for early seam movement.

ENG vs WI Head-to-Head Stats of Last 5 Matches 

In their last 5 clashes, ENG won 3 of them and WI won 2.

England vs West Indies Prediction 

Cricket analysts predict that England has an 85% chance of winning.

Disclaimer: This cricket prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.