The England will take on West Indies in 1st ODI of the WEST INDIES TOUR OF ENGLAND 2025, scheduled to be played at the Edgbaston, Birmingham on Thursday, 29 May 2025. Both teams will look to gain momentum in the tournament, with fans eagerly awaiting this thrilling clash. In this blog find out who will win today’s WEST INDIES TOUR OF ENGLAND 2025, 1st ODI ENG vs WI Match Prediction
ENG vs WI Match Details
| Detail | Info |
| Match | ENG vs WI, 1st ODI, WEST INDIES TOUR OF ENGLAND 2025 |
| Venue | Edgbaston, Birmingham |
| Date & Time | Thursday, 29 May 2025, 5:30 PM (IST) |
Pitch Report:
The Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham, England, is known for its sporting pitch, offering a balance between batting and bowling conditions. The surface generally provides consistent bounce, making it favorable for stroke play
Head-to-Head Record
| Total Matches | 6 |
| Won by WI | 4 |
| Won by ENG | 2 |
Predicted Playing XIs
ENG:
Ben Duckett, Harry Brook, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Joe Root, Will Jacks, Jamie Smith, Jos Buttler, Adil Rashid, Brydon Carse, Matthew Potts, Saqib Mahmood, Tom Hartley
WI:
Amir Jangoo, Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Keacy Carty, Sherfane Rutherford, Justin Greaves, Matthew Forde, Romario Shepherd, Roston Chase, Jewel Andrew, Shai Hope, Alzarri Joseph, Gudakesh Motie, Jayden Seales, Shamar Joseph
Probable Best Performers
Probable Best Batter:
Harry Brook : played a crucial innings for England, showcasing his ability to anchor the innings and accelerate when needed.
Probable Best Bowler:
Saqib Mahmood : was England’s most effective bowler, using his pace and accuracy to trouble the West Indies batters.
Today’s Match Prediction:
England’s depth meets West Indies’ firepower—expect a high-octane clash where early wickets and power-hitting will shape the outcome
Match Scenarios
Scenario 1: ENG bats first
- First Innings score prediction: ENG will score 330-340
- Result prediction: ENG will win the match
Scenario 2: WI bats first
- First Innings score prediction: WI will score 230-240
- Result prediction: ENG will win the match
Disclaimer:
The prediction is based on the author’s analysis, current form, pitch report, and player performance. Please make your decision based on your own judgment.