The stage is set for the third and final ODI of the series between England Women and West Indies Women, scheduled for June 7th at The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton, with the action kicking off at 03:30 PM IST. England enters the contest riding a wave of momentum, having dominated both formats so far—clinching the T20I series 3–0 and now leading the ODI leg with emphatic wins by 108 runs and 143 runs in the first two encounters.
In the second ODI, England posted a formidable 366/6, powered by a scintillating 202-run opening stand between Amy Jones (129 off 98) and Tammy Beaumont (106 off 109). Emma Lamb added a rapid 55 off 45, and Sophia Dunkley chipped in with a quick cameo of 31 from just 19 deliveries. In response, Realeanna Grimmond (53 off 72) and Jannillea Glasgow (44 off 24) displayed promise, but the rest of the West Indies lineup faltered under pressure. Alice Capsey was the standout with the ball, returning figures of 3/41, while Linsey Smith (2/27) and Lauren Filer (2/44) ensured a smooth path to victory as West Indies were bundled out for 223 in 45.4 overs.
With a dominant 20 wins from 28 ODIs (including two no-results) against the West Indies, England continues to underline its superiority under the tactical leadership of Charlotte Edwards and captain Nat Sciver-Brunt.
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:
Amy Jones
After opening in just 22 ODIs previously—most recently in the 2019 Ashes—Jones has returned to the top with newfound intent. She smashed her maiden international century (122) in the first ODI and followed it with an even more aggressive 129 off 98 in the second. She will be keen to round off the series in style.
Lauren Filer
Introduced in the second ODI, Filer made an instant impact with 2/44. Her pace, bounce, and attacking lines unsettled West Indies. At just 24, with 26 wickets in 16 ODIs, she’s cementing her role as England’s rising pace star—especially effective on tracks like Taunton.
Realeanna Grimmond
On debut, the 20-year-old showed poise with a well-crafted 53 off 72 balls in the second ODI. Her solid technique and calm under pressure were standout traits in an otherwise crumbling innings. A bright spark in a transitioning West Indies lineup, Grimmond will aim to build on that start.
Karishma Ramharack
A mainstay in the spin department, Ramharack brings crucial middle-overs control. With 39 wickets in 39 ODIs and a best of 4/12, her variations and discipline are key. Her 2/57 in the second ODI offered brief resistance. If the pitch turns, she’ll be vital to West Indies’ chances.
Pitch:
The Cooper Associates County Ground in Taunton generally favours batters, especially early on. However, spinners could find some turn and grip as the game progresses. With an average first-innings score of 204, chasing teams often hold the advantage here.
Weather:
Expect partly cloudy skies, with a 50% chance of light rain possibly affecting play. The temperature will hover around 16°C, with humidity at 80% and winds reaching 24 kph—conditions that could aid swing bowlers, particularly in the opening overs.
Fantasy Playing XI:
Amy Jones, Alice Capsey, Nat Sciver-Brunt, Linsey Smith, Zaida James, Tammy Beaumont, Aaliyah Alleyne, Emily Arlott, Afy Fletcher, Charlie Dean, Lauren Bell
Match details:
Date – June 07, 2025
Time – 03:30 PM IST
Venue – The Cooper Associates County Ground, Taunton
Broadcast – Sony Liv App and Sony Ten Sports Network
