The much-anticipated ODI series between England Women and West Indies Women kicks off on May 30, 2025, at the County Ground in Derby, with the first match slated to begin at 05:30 PM IST. After securing a commanding 3–0 whitewash in the T20I series, England will be eager to carry their momentum into the 50-over format, while West Indies aim to regroup and find rhythm in the ODIs.
The third and final T20I on May 26 posed the toughest challenge for the hosts, but England held their nerve for a 17-run victory. Despite battling a hamstring injury, Heather Knight led from the front with an unbeaten 66, supported by a vital 37 from Nat Sciver-Brunt, as England posted 144/5. West Indies captain Hayley Matthews continued her stellar form with figures of 3/32 and a brilliant 71 off 54 in the chase, but England’s bowlers—Lauren Bell, Emily Arlott, Linsey Smith, and Charlie Dean—picked up two wickets each to seal the win.
With a clean sweep in the T20Is, England’s dominance under the Sciver-Brunt–Charlotte Edwards leadership continues to grow. In the ODI head-to-head, England holds a strong lead—18 wins to West Indies’ 6, with two matches ending without a result out of their 26 meetings.
Squads:
England Women’s Cricket Team
Nat Sciver-Brunt (C), Alice Davidson-Richards, Emily Arlott, Tammy Beaumont, Lauren Bell, Kate Cross, Charlie Dean, Sophia Dunkley, Mahika Gaur, Sarah Glenn, Amy Jones (wk), Heather Knight, Emma Lamb, Linsey Smith
West Indies Women’s Cricket Team
Hayley Matthews (C), Shemaine Campbelle (wk), Aaliyah Alleyne, Jahzara Claxton, Afy Fletcher, Cherry Ann Fraser, Shabika Gajnabi, Jannillea Glasgow, Realeanna Grimmond, Zaida James, Qiana Joseph, Mandy Mangru, Ashmini Munisar, Karishma Ramharack, Stafanie Taylor
Players to watch out:
Emily Arlott
The 27-year-old pace bowler made an instant impact in the T20I series, claiming 6 wickets across three games. Her inclusion comes after a standout domestic season, where she picked up 14 wickets in 7 matches for Warwickshire in the Women’s One Day Cup, including best figures of 4/61. Arlott’s ability to strike with the new ball and finish strongly makes her a key asset in England’s pace attack.
Tammy Beaumont
At 34, Beaumont continues to be a cornerstone of England’s batting line-up. Representing The Blaze in domestic cricket, she has piled up 311 runs in seven matches, highlighted by an unbeaten 116. With an ODI record that boasts 4,274 runs in 127 matches, including a high score of 168*, Beaumont brings invaluable experience and consistency to the top order.
Hayley Matthews
The West Indies captain was the standout performer in the T20I leg, earning Player of the Series honors. Her tally included a stunning 100* off 67 balls in the first T20I and 71 off 54 in the third, along with 3 wickets in the final game. In ODIs, Matthews has amassed 2,922 runs and 119 wickets from 95 matches, with career-best figures of 141 (bat) and 4/15 (ball). She remains West Indies’ biggest hope with both bat and ball.
Shemaine Campbelle
A seasoned veteran, Campbelle has played 125 ODIs, scoring 1,820 runs and taking 21 wickets. While her recent form has been inconsistent, she showed promise with a composed 26-run knock in the second T20I. Her dual role as a middle-order batter and wicketkeeper adds crucial depth and balance to the West Indies side.
Pitch:
The County Ground in Derby typically offers a batting-friendly surface with consistent bounce and good carry. Spinners may find some assistance, especially in the middle overs. With an average first innings score of 255, teams generally prefer to chase, a trend likely to persist in this game.
Weather:
Conditions are expected to be partly cloudy, with a 40% chance of light rain. Temperatures will hover around 19°C, with 81% humidity and winds around 24 kph—factors that could aid swing bowlers early in the innings.
Fantasy XI Picks:
Amy Jones, Hayley Matthews, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Sarah Glenn, Zaida James, Tammy Beaumont, Heather Knight, Emily Arlott, Afy Fletcher, Charlie Dean, Lauren Bell
Match details:
Date – May 30, 2025
Time – 05:30 PM IST
Venue – County Ground, Derby
Live Streaming – Sony Liv App and Sony Ten Sports Network
