England vs West Indies 3rd ODI 2025: England capped off a dominant ODI series with a resounding seven-wicket win over West Indies in the third and final match at The Oval. Chasing a revised target of 246 in 40 overs under the DLS method, England made light work of the chase, cruising to 246/3 in just 29.4 overs, thereby clinching a 3-0 clean sweep over the visitors.
The star of the show was debutant Jamie Smith, who announced his arrival in international cricket with a blistering 64 off just 28 balls. His fearless approach and aggressive strokeplay ensured that England never lost momentum, even after losing an early wicket.
West Indies Falter Despite Promising Knocks
Earlier in the day, England skipper Joe Root won the toss and opted to bowl first — a decision that paid off handsomely. West Indies managed a competitive 251/9 in their allotted 40 overs, but failed to convert promising starts into a bigger total.
Sherfane Rutherford was the standout performer for the visitors, scoring a well-paced 70 off 71 deliveries. He was ably supported by lower-order contributions from Gudakesh Motie (63 off 54) and Alzarri Joseph (41 off 29), both of whom added crucial runs to push the team past the 250 mark.
However, England’s bowlers struck at regular intervals. Leg-spinner Adil Rashid led the charge with figures of 3/40 in his 8 overs. Saqib Mahmood (2/48) and Matthew Potts (2/51) also chipped in with timely breakthroughs to restrict West Indies to a modest total, especially considering the fast outfield and flat pitch.
Smith’s Sparkling Knock Sets Up Easy Chase
England’s reply got off to a strong start with openers Phil Salt and Ben Duckett putting up a quick 69-run stand. Duckett continued his fine form with a polished 58 off 46 balls, laying a solid foundation for the middle order.
But it was Jamie Smith, promoted up the order, who stole the limelight. The young right-hander displayed remarkable maturity and confidence, smashing 64 in just 28 deliveries with the help of six fours and four towering sixes. His explosive knock dismantled the West Indies bowling attack and left the visitors with no answers.
Joe Root, anchoring the innings as always, played a supporting role with a composed 44 off 49 balls, earning him the Player of the Series award for his consistency throughout the three-match series.
Bowling Woes Continue for West Indies
The West Indies bowling attack once again lacked penetration and discipline. Despite early promise, their bowlers failed to maintain pressure. Gudakesh Motie, who had earlier shone with the bat, ended with expensive figures of 1/74 from 8 overs. Roston Chase (1/19) was the only bowler to concede under four runs per over, but the lack of wickets allowed England to dominate.
Series Highlights: England’s Emerging Core
This whitewash not only showcased England’s top-tier cricketing depth but also offered a glimpse into the future. The emergence of Jamie Smith adds another dimension to England’s already power-packed batting lineup, while veterans like Joe Root continue to deliver reliably.
England’s clean sweep also sends a strong message ahead of the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy qualifiers and reaffirms their dominance in home conditions.
Key Stats from the Match
- Jamie Smith: 64 (28) | Player of the Match
- Joe Root: 44 (49) | Player of the Series
- Sherfane Rutherford: 70 (71) | Top scorer for West Indies
- Adil Rashid: 3/40 (8) | Leading wicket-taker
- Match Result: England won by 7 wickets (62 balls remaining) via DLS method
With the 3-0 series win, England look well-set heading into the rest of their international calendar. For West Indies, the tour exposed both their batting inconsistency and bowling inefficiency — areas they must address urgently to remain competitive in the ODI format.
