England’s white-ball captain, Jos Buttler, is gearing up for a fresh start as England embarks on a three-match one-day international (ODI) series against the West Indies. This exciting series is set to begin on Sunday, marking a new chapter for English cricket after a disappointing World Cup defense exit in the group stage.
The first ODI showdown is scheduled to kick off in Antigua at 13:30 GMT. Buttler, who averages 39.68 in one-day internationals, believes that this tour signifies a rejuvenation for English cricket. He’s particularly enthusiastic about the infusion of young, dynamic talent into the squad.
“It’s certainly a bit of a new beginning – there’s some brilliant, exciting talent in this team,” Buttler remarked. “Young guys needed to get their opportunities and perform.”
The Caribbean serves as the perfect backdrop for this new journey, with its beautiful locales and rich cricketing history. Buttler, along with a new-look England squad, is eager to make their mark.
In this transformed English squad, only six players from the previous World Cup in India have been retained. Buttler will lead a team featuring all-rounders Sam Curran and Liam Livingstone, batter Harry Brook, and fast bowlers Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse. Notably, several senior players have been rested, allowing the emerging talent to shine.
Leg-spinner Rehan Ahmed, who withdrew from the Big Bash League to join the squad, brings an added dimension to the team’s bowling attack. Brook and batter Zak Crawley have also adjusted their schedules to be part of this exciting ODI series.
On the West Indies side, there were some unexpected twists in the squad selection. Wicketkeeper Shane Dowrich received a surprise recall but later announced his international retirement just ten days after the call-up. West Indies opted not to name a replacement, putting their faith in a squad captained by Shai Hope and featuring uncapped all-rounders Sherfane Rutherford and Matthew Forde.
Following the three-match ODI series, cricket fans can look forward to a five-match T20 series between these two talented sides.
Buttler, determined to restore England’s cricketing prowess in the ODI format, sees this series as a vital stepping stone. After a lackluster World Cup performance, England is eager to bounce back and begin a promising four-year World Cup cycle.
“We’ve had one bad tournament, but we’ve been in a great place for a long time, and you see the depth of the talent guys have got coming through,” Buttler asserted. “We need to help shape the next period of white-ball cricket. That’s something I feel a nice responsibility towards and motivation for.”
This ODI series features both fresh faces and experienced Test players like Ollie Pope, who could make his ODI debut, and uncapped fast bowler John Turner. The squad also includes Test opener Ben Duckett, spinner Tom Hartley, and Durham fast bowler Matthew Potts, all of whom bring their unique skills and energy to the team.
“Some guys have not been exposed to ODI cricket a lot, but have a lot of experience in Test cricket as well, guys that are not necessarily new to international cricket,” Buttler explained. “There’s a nice blend, there’s a real hunger to show off. There’s some great energy around the guys.”
With the stage set in the West Indies, cricket enthusiasts around the world eagerly await this exciting clash between England and the West Indies. Stay tuned for thrilling cricket action throughout this ODI and T20 series!
West Indies v England Schedule:
December:
- 3rd: 1st ODI, Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua (13:30 GMT)
- 6th: 2nd ODI, Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, Antigua (17:30 GMT)
- 9th: 3rd ODI, Kensington Oval, Barbados (17:30 GMT)
- 12th: 1st T20, Kensington Oval, Barbados (22:00 GMT)
- 14th: 2nd T20, National Cricket Stadium, Grenada (17:30 GMT)
- 16th: 3rd T20, National Cricket Stadium, Grenada (17:30 GMT)
- 19th: 4th T20, Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad and Tobago (22:00 GMT)
- 21st: 5th T20, Brian Lara Cricket Academy, Trinidad and Tobago (22:00 GMT)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about ODI series
Q: When does the ODI series between England and West Indies start?
A: The first ODI in the series begins on December 3, 2023, in Antigua at 13:30 GMT.
Q: Who is the captain of the England ODI squad for this series?
A: Jos Buttler is leading the England ODI squad in this series.
Q: How did England perform in the previous World Cup?
A: England finished seventh in the previous World Cup in India and narrowly qualified for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy.
Q: Are there any new and emerging players in the England squad for this series?
A: Yes, the England squad features emerging talents like Sam Curran, Liam Livingstone, Harry Brook, Gus Atkinson, and Brydon Carse, with several senior players rested.
Q: Who are some key players to watch in the West Indies squad?
A: Key players in the West Indies squad include Shai Hope, all-rounders Sherfane Rutherford and Matthew Forde, and a surprise recall for wicketkeeper Shane Dowrich, who later retired.
Q: What’s the significance of this ODI series for England?
A: This series marks the beginning of a new era for English cricket after a disappointing World Cup, with Jos Buttler aiming to restore England’s ODI cricketing prowess.
Q: Where can fans catch the live updates and commentary for the series?
A: Fans can follow live text commentary on the Sport News Center website and app during the ODI series.
Q: What other matches are scheduled in addition to the ODI series?
A: After the ODI series, there will be a five-match T20 series between England and West Indies.
Q: Are there any debutants expected in the England squad for this series?
A: Test vice-captain Ollie Pope and fast bowler John Turner are potential debutants in the England squad for this ODI series.
Q: How long is this ODI and T20 series expected to run?
A: The ODI series and T20 series will span from December 3, 2023, to December 21, 2023, with multiple matches scheduled during this period.
More about ODI series
- England and West Indies ODI Series Schedule
- Jos Buttler’s ODI Career Stats
- Recap of England’s Performance in the Previous World Cup
- Profiles of West Indies Squad Players
- Sport News Center Website
- Details about the ICC Champions Trophy
- Updates on England’s Squad
- Official West Indies Cricket Website
- Cricket News and Updates
- Information on ODI and T20 Formats
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