The England women’s cricket team commenced a new chapter under head coach Charlotte Edwards and captain Nat Sciver-Brunt with a commanding 3-0 T20I series victory over the West Indies. The final match, held on May 26, 2025, at Chelmsford, concluded with a 17-run win for England, marking a clean sweep in the series.

Match Highlights: 3rd T20I

• England’s Innings: England posted a total of 144/5, anchored by Heather Knight’s resilient unbeaten 66, despite her sustaining a hamstring injury during the innings. Nat Sciver-Brunt contributed 37 runs, forming a crucial third-wicket partnership with Knight.

• West Indies’ Response: Chasing 145, West Indies managed 127/8. Captain Hayley Matthews led the effort with a valiant 71 runs, earning her both Player of the Match and Player of the Series honors. However, her dismissal in the 18th over proved pivotal. England’s bowlers, notably Lauren Bell (2/11) and Em Arlott (2/26), played key roles in restricting the West Indies’ chase

Series Overview

• 1st T20I: England secured an eight-wicket victory, with Sophia Dunkley scoring an unbeaten 81 and Heather Knight adding 43*. Hayley Matthews stood out for the West Indies with an unbeaten 100, but lacked support from her teammates.

• 2nd T20I: England dominated with a nine-wicket win, chasing down the target of 82 in just 9.2 overs. Em Arlott impressed with 3/14, while Sciver-Brunt contributed an unbeaten 55

Looking Ahead

The series victory marks a positive start for England’s new leadership. However, concerns linger over Heather Knight’s hamstring injury, which may affect her availability for the upcoming ODI series against the West Indies, commencing on May 30 in Derby. The West Indies, despite the series loss, can take solace in Matthews’ consistent performances and the emergence of young talents like Jahzara Claxton.

For a visual recap of the final match, you can watch the highlights here:

England Women vs West Indies Women 3rd T20I 2025 Match Highlights

As both teams prepare for the ODI series, England aims to maintain their momentum, while the West Indies look to regroup and challenge the hosts in the longer format.