Where To Watch England National Cricket Team vs West Indies Cricket Team Live Telecast: A brand-new era in England’s white-ball cricket begins today, May 29, 2025, as the national team takes on the West Indies in the first match of the three-game One Day International (ODI) series. The opening encounter is scheduled to be played at the iconic Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham, kicking off at 5:30 PM IST.
This will be England’s first ODI appearance since their disappointing run in the ICC Champions Trophy earlier this year. As the team looks to reset, young and dynamic batter Harry Brook has been appointed as the new ODI captain, replacing Jos Buttler, who stepped down following the tournament.
On the other side, the West Indies will be led by their experienced ODI skipper Shai Hope. The Caribbean squad features a balanced mix of seasoned players and promising young talents, including Jewel Andrew, who impressed during the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup. However, the absence of power-hitter Shimron Hetmyer—who remains engaged with Rajasthan Royals in the IPL—could impact their middle order strength.
England’s New-Look Playing XI
In the revamped English lineup, Jamie Smith is expected to open the batting alongside Ben Duckett, with Smith taking the place of Phil Salt. Brook’s captaincy marks the beginning of a significant generational shift in England’s white-ball strategy, aiming to rebuild after recent setbacks.
Head-to-Head: England vs West Indies in ODIs
Historically, the rivalry between England and West Indies in ODI cricket has been a competitive one. Out of 108 ODI matches played so far:
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England have won 54 matches
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West Indies have claimed victory in 48 matches
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6 games ended with no result
Despite the close contest, England have maintained a slight edge over the years.
Full Schedule of England vs West Indies ODI & T20I Series
Following the ODI series, both teams will clash in a three-match T20I series:
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1st T20I – June 6
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2nd T20I – June 8
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3rd T20I – June 10
When and Where to Watch the 1st ODI in India
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Date: May 29, 2025
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Time: 5:30 PM IST
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Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham
Indian fans can catch the live telecast of all ODI and T20I matches between England and West Indies on Sony Sports Network. The matches will be broadcast on:
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Sony Sports Ten 1 (English)
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Sony Sports Ten 3 (Hindi)
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Sony Sports Ten 5 (regional coverage)
Live Streaming Details in India
For those who prefer to watch the matches online, SonyLIV—the official OTT platform of Sony Sports Network—will provide live streaming of the entire ODI and T20I series. You can watch the matches on the SonyLIV website or mobile app, but an active subscription will be required.
As England ushers in a new era under Harry Brook’s leadership, all eyes will be on how the young skipper handles the pressure and guides the team in this crucial home series. Meanwhile, the West Indies will be eager to prove their mettle with a balanced squad and a strong leader in Shai Hope.
