- Date: Tuesday, June 3, 2025
- Venue: The Kia Oval, London
- Start Time: 1:00 PM BST
- Series Status: England leads 2-0
📊 Series Overview
England have won the best of three series after wins in the opening two matches. It’s Harry Brook’s first series in charge as official captain and he will be looking to finish it with a clean sweep.
The West Indies were vastly improved in the second match and will be looking for further improvement and a confidence-boosting win ahead of the T20 series.
- 1st ODI (Edgbaston): England won by 238 runs with a solid all-round performance.
- 2nd ODI (Sophia Gardens): England sealed the series with another 3-wicket win, led by Joe Root’s stunning 166.
🏟️ Pitch & Conditions
The Kia Oval pitch typically offers a good balance between bat and ball.
Seamers may get some early movement, but the surface usually flattens out, offering value for stroke play. Spinners could come into play in the middle overs.
🔍 Key Players to Watch
England
- Joe Root: In top form and leading by example with a brilliant 166* in the last match..
- Adil Rashid: England’s main middle-overs weapon and most experienced bowler.
West Indies
- Shai Hope (Captain): Reliable with the bat and key to the Windies’ top-order stability.
- Alzarri Joseph: Has looked threatening with the new ball and will be vital at The Oval.
💡 Betting Tips & Match Prediction
✅ Match Winner
- Prediction: England to win
- Why: Stronger in both batting and bowling departments, with home advantage and form on their side.
🎯 Top Batter Picks
- England: Jos Buttler – Is due a big score
- West Indies: Shai Hope – Reliable and the team leader
🎯 Top Bowler Picks
- England: Adil Rashid – Always good value to pick up wickets in the middle overs
- West Indies: Jayden Seales – Performed well at Edgbaston and will be looking to finish the ODI leg of the tour with a strong performance
📈 Suggested Bets
- Match Winner: England
- Top Batter: Jos Buttler / Shai Hope
- Top Bowler: Adil Rashid / Jayden Seales
- Total Runs: Back Over 300 runs in either innings (conditions depending)
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