England vs. West Indies Tips and Odds – 03/06/2025

• Fixture: England vs West Indies, 3rd ODI
• Date: Tuesday, 3 June 2025
• Venue: The Kia Oval, London
• Start Time: 13:00 BST

Match Preview

The third and final ODI between England and West Indies at The Kia Oval promises to be a thrilling conclusion to the series, with England already having secured the series 2-0 after a dramatic chase in Cardiff. While the result may not decide the series, both teams have plenty to play for: England seek a clean sweep under new captain Harry Brook, while the West Indies are desperate to salvage pride and momentum ahead of the upcoming T20Is.

England have found a new lease of life in the ODI format, bouncing back from a tough run of form that saw them win just one of their previous ten ODIs before this series. Their most recent match was a showcase of Joe Root’s class, as he anchored a record chase of 309 with a career-best unbeaten 166, breaking multiple national records in the process. The rest of the batting lineup, however, showed some vulnerability, with only Will Jacks providing significant support. England’s bowling, led by the likes of Adil Rashid and Saqib Mahmood, has been steady but not spectacular, and the fielding left room for improvement in Cardiff.

The West Indies, meanwhile, have shown flashes of their explosive potential but have struggled for consistency. After failing to qualify for the Champions Trophy and splitting a recent series against Ireland, they have struggled to convert strong starts into match-winning performances. In the second ODI, they posted a competitive total but were unable to defend it, with their bowlers unable to contain Root’s masterclass. Shai Hope remains their most reliable performer with the bat, while Keacy Carty and Brandon King have shown glimpses of form. The Windies will be looking for a complete team performance to avoid a whitewash.

Injuries and squad changes have affected both sides. England remain without express pacemen Mark Wood (elbow injury) and Gus Atkinson (hamstring), meaning their attack is reliant on a mix of experience and youth. For the West Indies, there are no fresh injury concerns reported for the ODI squad, though recent news from their T20 camp saw Andre Russell sidelined, which does not impact this fixture. Both teams are expected to field strong lineups, with England possibly rotating to give opportunities to fringe players.

Key Players

• Joe Root (England): Fresh off his highest ODI score and now England’s all-time leading run-scorer in the format, Root is the anchor of the batting lineup and a strong contender for Player of the Match.
• Harry Brook (England): The new captain has led with attacking intent and will be eager to cap his first series at the helm with a dominant team performance.
• Jos Buttler (England): With the ability to change the game in the middle and death overs, Buttler’s finishing skills remain crucial.
• Shai Hope (West Indies): The West Indies captain is their most consistent ODI batsman, with a superb average and the ability to play long, impactful innings.
• Keacy Carty (West Indies): His recent 170 against Ireland highlights his potential to play big innings, and the Windies need him to step up at The Oval.

Prediction

England enter as clear favourites, buoyed by Root’s form and the confidence of a series win at home. The West Indies have the firepower to challenge, especially if their batting clicks, but their inconsistency and England’s home advantage tilt the odds heavily towards the hosts. Expect England to complete a 3-0 sweep, though a high-scoring contest is possible if conditions favour batting.

Betting Markets & Odds

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With the series already decided but pride and momentum on the line, expect both teams to come out swinging at The Oval. England’s depth and form make them the smart pick, but the West Indies’ unpredictability ensures there’s still plenty of drama left in this summer showdown.