The England women’s team stamped their authority in the opening ODI of the 3-match series against West Indies, at the County Ground, Derby, sealing a dominant 108-run win and taking a 1-0 lead in the three-match contest.
The hosts were powered by a sublime maiden ODI century from wicket-keeper Amy Jones (122 off 121 balls, plus two catches), whose performance earned her the Player of the Match award. The veteran opening batter Tammy Beaumont (107 off 104 balls) also smashed her 11th ODI Century. On the bowling front, debutant Linsey Smith made an instant impact, scalping a remarkable five-wicket haul, 10-1-36-5, to dismantle the West Indies batting.
As the action moves to Leicester for the 2nd ODI on June 4th, both teams will be eager to make their mark. For fantasy cricket managers, this match offers a golden opportunity to leverage current form, player roles, and matchups. Here’s a carefully curated Fantasy 11 to maximise your points for the game ahead.
Fantasy 11 picks for England vs West Indies 2025 – 2nd ODI:
Wicketkeeper:
Amy Jones (England)
Jones’ selection is a no-brainer after her heroics in the first ODI, being promoted as an opener alongside Tammy Beaumont. Her maiden century (122 off 121) showcased her ability to anchor and accelerate, while her sharp glovework (2 catches) adds valuable fantasy points. She is likely to continue as an opening batter for the rest of the ODI series. She also entered the 4,000 international runs club in the previous game. She has scored 2,259 runs at a strike rate of 83.85 and an average of 31.37 in 82 innings, including 14 half-centuries and a century to her name in the format so far.
Batters:
Tammy Beaumont (England):
A pillar at the top of the order, Beaumont’s experience and consistency make her a reliable fantasy asset. She smashed her 11th ODI ton, 107 off 104 balls, in the 1st ODI of the series. She sets the tone for England’s innings and is adept at building partnerships, making her a smart pick against a West Indies attack still searching for answers. She is one of the prolific run-scorers for England with 4,381 runs at a strike rate of 75.92 and an average of 41.33 in 118 innings, including 23 half-centuries and 11 centuries to her name in the format so far.
Qiana Joseph (West Indies):
Joseph brings dual value, a left-handed batter who can disrupt England’s bowling plans and a handy left-arm spinner. Her versatility and ability to contribute in both disciplines make her a shrewd differential, especially if the pitch offers turn. She was one of the stand-out performers with the bat (62 off 74 balls), scoring a crucial half-century in the 1st ODI. She has 302 runs at a strike rate of 77.04 and an average of 18.87, including a couple of half-centuries in 18 innings with the bat for her side. She also has 13 wickets at an economy of 4.85 in 12 innings with the ball for her side in the format.
All-rounders:
Hayley Matthews (West Indies):
Matthews is the ultimate fantasy all-rounder. As West Indies’ captain and premier performer, she is involved in every phase, opening the batting, bowling key overs, and fielding in pivotal positions. Her multidimensional skillset and proven match-winning pedigree make her the safest and most rewarding captaincy choice.
She was growing in confidence in her innings, before falling two short of her half-century (48 off 47 balls) in the 1st ODI. She has scored 2,970 runs at a strike rate of 75.90 and an average of 33.75 in 93 innings, including 7 half-centuries and 9 centuries to her name in the format so far with the bat. She has also picked up 121 wickets at an average of 23.75 and an economy of 4.10 in 90 innings with the ball, including five four-wicket hauls with the ball for the West Indies.
Nat Sciver-Brunt (England):
England’s skipper is a world-class all-rounder. Sciver-Brunt’s ability to shift gears with the bat and deliver breakthroughs with the ball makes her indispensable. Her leadership role further cements her as a player who thrives in high-pressure scenarios, offering consistent returns across all departments. However, a thing to note here is the fact that, as per the team management, Nat Sciver-Brunt is unlikely to bowl at least in the ongoing ODI series. Fantasy players can also think of the likes of Charlie Dean as an alternative pick in their side. Nat Sciver-Brunt has scored 3,863 runs at a strike rate of 95.05 and a sensational average of 45.98 in 103 innings, including 23 half-centuries and 9 centuries to her name with the bat in the format.
Alice Capsey (England):
Capsey’s youthful exuberance and all-round abilities make her a fantasy favourite. She’s capable of quick runs in the middle order and can chip in with crucial overs. Her knack for making things happen, be it with bat or ball, adds a valuable edge to your lineup. She made her way into England’s ODI squad as a replacement for injured Heather Knight. She chipped in with a handy cameo (24 off 19 balls) with the bat and also picked up the big wicket of Qiana Joseph with the ball in her spell in the 1st ODI of the series. She has scored 307 runs at an average of 19.18 in 18 innings with the bat and picked up 9 wickets at an average of 26.88 and an economy of 4.74 in 12 innings with the ball for her side in the ODI format.
Bowlers:
Linsey Smith (England):
Smith’s dream debut (5 wickets for 36 runs) was a masterclass in left-arm spin. She exploited the conditions expertly in Derby and will be brimming with confidence. Her wicket-taking ability, especially in the middle overs, makes her a must-have as fantasy managers look to ride her momentum.
Lauren Bell (England):
Bell’s ability to swing the new ball and strike early is crucial for England. She’s a consistent wicket-taker and can trouble the West Indies top order, offering solid value as a frontline pacer. She returned with decent match figures of 7.2-0-41-1 in her spell in the 1st ODI of the series. She has picked up 35 wickets at an average of 25.05 and an economy of 5.40 in 20 innings, including one four-wicket haul and one five-wicket haul with the ball for England in the format so far.
Aaliyah Alleyne (West Indies):
Alleyne is a key seamer for the visitors, often bowling in all phases of the innings. Her lower order hitting can provide bonus points, and her knack for breaking partnerships makes her a valuable fantasy pick. She returned with decent match figures of 6-0-45-1 in her spell, picking up the crucial wicket of Alice Capsey in the 1st ODI of the series. She has picked up 39 wickets at an average of 26.79 and an economy of 5.34 in 38 innings with the ball, including one four-wicket haul in the format. She has also scored 448 runs at a strike rate of 63.72 and an average of 16 in 36 innings with the bat. Her impressive innings of 44 (46 balls) in the previous ODI was her career-best performance with the bat for the West Indies in the ODI format.
Emily Arlott (England):
Arlott’s recent form and wicket-taking prowess make her a genuine X-factor. She’s been entrusted with key overs and has the ability to swing the game in England’s favour. Her all-round potential, contributions with both ball and bat justify the vice-captaincy armband. She was very impressive with the ball (8-1-37-2) in her spell, picking wickets of the opposition skipper Hayley Matthews and Afy Fletcher in her spell in the first ODI, which also happened to be her ODI debut for England in the format.
Cherry-Ann Fraser (West Indies):
Fraser is an emerging seam option for the West Indies. She brings energy and unpredictability, and her ability to chip in with late runs adds a useful dimension for fantasy managers seeking differential picks. She returned with a decent spell (7-0-46-1), picking up the big wicket of Tammy Beaumont in the 1st ODI, with the ball for her side. She is one of the bright prospects moving ahead into the ODI series. She has picked up 10 wickets at an average of 42.70 and an economy of 5.84 in 17 innings with the ball, she has also scored 65 runs in 11 innings with the bat for the West Indies in the format.
This Fantasy 11 blends in-form English stars with West Indies’ match-winners, balancing reliability and upside. By prioritising players with recent heroics, like Jones and Smith, alongside proven all-rounders and emerging talents, this lineup is primed for maximum returns in the 2nd ODI. As always, monitor the toss and team news, but trust in form, momentum, and player roles to guide your selections.
