Englandtour of West India It is planned to introduce a comprehensive schedule in 2024 three ODIs followed by five T20Is. The tour begins with the ODI series on October 31, setting the stage for a tight contest between the two teams. After the ODIs, the T20I series will begin and conclude on November 17. This tour is an important moment for both sides as they continue to refine their squads and strategies ahead of the upcoming internationals.
England to drop Jos Buttler for ODI series; Liam Livingstone steps up as captain
England will be without a regular ODI captain, If ButtlerHe has been sidelined with a calf injury since the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 held in June. By assuming a leadership role, Liam Livingstone In Buttler’s absence, he will captain the team, which is an important opportunity for him to lead the England squad. Against England’s recent ODI series Australia ended in a narrow 3-2 defeat at home, adding pressure to perform well in this upcoming series against the West Indies.
West Indies make a major change with the inclusion of Shimron Hetmyer
led West Indies Shai UmidThey are aiming for a bounce back performance after their 2-1 ODI and T20I series defeat in Sri Lanka. Cricket West Indies have made a change in their ODI squad, bringing in the left-handed batsman Shimron Hetmyer instead of Alik Atanaz. Hetmyer’s inclusion adds depth to a middle order that has struggled with consistency in recent matches. His presence is expected to stabilize and strengthen West Indies’ batting line-up.
Preparation for Champions Cup 2025
with ICC Champions Trophy 2025 the upcoming England-West Indies ODI series is of strategic importance. Both teams will aim to fine-tune their lineups and close gaps, making this series a critical opportunity to assess form and build momentum. For England, the series is a chance to bounce back from their recent loss to Australia, while West Indies will look to build a stronger base after their loss. Sri Lanka.
Teams:
West Indies: Shai Hope (Captain), Alzarri Joseph, Jewel Andrews, Shimron HetmyerKeacy Carty, Roston Chase, Matthew Forde, Shamar Joseph, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Romario Shepherd, Hayden Walsh Jr.
England: Liam Livingstone (c), Jofra Archer, Jacob Bethell, Jafer Chohan, Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Dan Mousley, Jamie Overton, Michael Pepper (wk), Adil Rashid, Phil Salt, Reece Topley, John Turner.
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West Indies vs England ODI Series: Complete Schedule & Fixture Details:
| History | Encounter | Location | IS | GMT | Local time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thursday, October 31, 2024 | 1st ODI | Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua | 23:30 | 18:00 | 14:00 |
| Saturday, November 02, 2024 | 2nd ODI | Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua | 19:00 | 13:30 | 9:30 a.m |
| Wednesday, November 06, 2024 | 3rd ODI | Kensington Oval, Bridgetown, Barbados | 23:30 | 18:00 | 14:00 |
