West Indies vs England 3rd ODI 2025: In the final ODI of the three-match series between England and West Indies, the visitors posted a competitive total of 251 for 9 in 40 overs, courtesy of fighting half-centuries by Shimron Rutherford (70) and Gudakesh Motie (63). Despite early setbacks and a middle-order collapse, West Indies managed to recover and give themselves a shot at ending the series on a high.
England, having already sealed the series 2-0, won the toss and elected to bowl under overcast conditions. Their bowlers responded well to the decision, dismantling the West Indian top and middle order efficiently. However, a stunning counterattack by the lower order ensured the match didn’t slip into one-sided territory.
Top Order Crumbles Early
West Indies got off to a shaky start after Evin Lewis (8) was dismissed in the fourth over by Brydon Carse. Soon after, Brandon King (16) fell to Matthew Potts, and captain Shai Hope departed for a golden duck off Saqib Mahmood, leaving the Windies reeling at 28 for 3.
Keacy Carty (29) tried to consolidate but fell to Adil Rashid, who bowled brilliantly in the middle overs. The leg-spinner’s variations proved too good for the Caribbean side, as he picked up 3 wickets for 40 runs in his quota.
Rutherford and Motie Spark Fightback
With wickets tumbling at the other end, Shimron Rutherford showed class and resilience, striking 70 off 71 balls with 9 fours and 2 sixes. His fluent strokeplay helped steady the innings before he was caught at deep midwicket off Carse.
Just when England sensed a quick wrap-up, Gudakesh Motie stepped up with a fearless innings lower down the order. His 63 off 54 balls, laced with 5 boundaries and 3 sixes, frustrated the English bowlers and helped push the total past 250. Motie found support from Alzarri Joseph, who chipped in with a quick 41 off 29, striking cleanly with 5 fours and 2 sixes of his own.
England’s Bowling Highlights
The English pace trio of Saqib Mahmood, Brydon Carse, and Matthew Potts shared 6 wickets equally among them. Mahmood (2/48), Carse (2/57), and Potts (2/51) were economical at times and aggressive when it mattered. Adil Rashid, though, was the standout performer, not just picking three wickets but also halting the run flow during the middle overs.
Will Jacks and Jacob Bethell bowled support spells, but both went wicketless.
Score Summary: West Indies 251/9 in 40 overs
- Shimron Rutherford – 70 (71)
- Gudakesh Motie – 63 (54)
- Alzarri Joseph – 41 (29)
- Adil Rashid – 3/40 (8)
- Saqib Mahmood – 2/48 (8)
- Brydon Carse – 2/57 (8)
- Matthew Potts – 2/51 (8)
With England needing 252 runs to whitewash the series 3-0, the chase will be a true test for their batting unit under overcast skies and a slightly unpredictable pitch at The Oval. West Indies, on the other hand, will bank on early breakthroughs and spin pressure to end the series with a consolation win.
