First ODI, Edgbaston
England 400-6 (50 overs): Root 117, Buttler 96
West Indies 162 (26.2 overs): Overton 3-22, Mahmood 3-32
England won by 238 runs
England delivered a brutal statement in the opening ODI against West Indies, thrashing the visitors by a massive 238 runs at Edgbaston to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.
After posting a mammoth 400-6—their highest ODI total against West Indies—England’s bowlers ripped through the opposition, skittling them for just 162 in 26.2 overs in a one-sided demolition.
Match Recap: England’s All-Round Masterclass
England’s Batting Onslaught (400-6)
England’s top order fired on all cylinders, with Joe Root (117 off 98) and Jos Buttler (96 off 64) leading the charge.
- Explosive Start (Roy & Bairstow):
- Jason Roy (45 off 30) and Jonny Bairstow (42 off 24) set the tone with a 92-run opening stand inside 11 overs.
- West Indies’ bowling looked clueless as England raced to 150 in just 18 overs.
- Root & Buttler Domination:
- Root’s 117 (his 12th ODI century) anchored the innings, while Buttler’s 96 (9 fours, 4 sixes) provided the late fireworks.
- Liam Livingstone (35 off 12)* finished the innings with a flurry of sixes, pushing England to 400—their fourth-highest ODI total ever.
West Indies’ Humiliating Collapse (162 all out)
Chasing an improbable 401, West Indies imploded from the start, losing wickets in clusters.
- Early Wreckage (Overton & Mahmood):
- Craig Overton (3-22) and Saqib Mahmood (3-32) destroyed the top order, reducing West Indies to 45-5 inside 10 overs.
- Shai Hope (28) and Jason Holder (21) offered brief resistance, but the chase was dead and buried by the 15th over.
- Rashid’s Finishing Touch:
- Adil Rashid (2-19) cleaned up the tail as West Indies folded for 162 in 26.2 overs—their third-lowest ODI total vs England.
Key Performances
✅ Joe Root (117) – Classy century, controlled the innings.
✅ Jos Buttler (96) – Brutal acceleration in the middle overs.
✅ Craig Overton (3-22) – Destroyed West Indies’ top order.
✅ Saqib Mahmood (3-32) – Relentless pace and accuracy.
❌ West Indies’ Bowling – No answers to England’s onslaught.
❌ Batting Collapse – No fight after early wickets.
What’s Next?
- Second ODI (Lord’s, June 2) – Can West Indies bounce back?
- Third ODI (Headingley, June 5) – Series finale.
Final Verdict
This was one of England’s most dominant ODI performances ever, showcasing their batting firepower and bowling ruthlessness. With momentum firmly in their favor, they look unstoppable heading into the next match.
Can West Indies recover, or will England seal the series early? Stay tuned for more updates!
