West Indies and England will face off in the opening One-Day International (ODI) of the next three-match series on Thursday.
Following their 1-2 loss to Sri Lanka, will would be eager to make their comeback in this home series. While England are also coming from a Test series lost against Pakistan in Pakistan’s soil by 1-2.
West Indies, led by wicketkeeper-batter Shai Hope, have unveiled a strong squad for the upcoming series. In a notable change, middle-order powerhouse Shimron Hetmyer makes his return, while opener Alick Athanaze, struggling for form, has been left out after disappointing performances in the ODIs against Sri Lanka.
On the English side, Liam Livingstone will step up as captain due to Jos Buttler’s absence with a calf injury. The visitors have focused on youth for this tour.
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In a total of 37 matches played, teams batting first have won 17 times, while teams bowling first have secured 19 victories. The average first-innings score stands at 229, with the average for the second innings slightly lower at 199. The highest total recorded is an impressive 326/6 in 48.5 overs by West Indies against England, while the lowest total is 105/10 in 37.3 overs by the West Indies Women against England Women. The record for the highest successful chase is also 326/6 by West Indies against England, and the lowest total defended is 168/7 in 35 overs by West Indies Women against New Zealand Women.
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| Total Matches | 37 |
| Matches won batting first | 17 |
| Matches won bowling first | 19 |
| Average 1st innings Score | 229 |
| Average 2nd innings Score | 199 |
| Highest total recorded | 326/6 (48.5 Ovs) by WI vs ENG |
| Lowest total recorded | 105/10 (37.3 Ovs) by WIW vs ENGW |
| Highest score chased | 326/6 (48.5 Ovs) by WI vs ENG |
| Lowest score defended | 168/7 (35 Ovs) by WIW vs NZW |
