Evin Lewis' sizzling innings of 94, including four sixes, proved to be the difference as West Indies comfortably chased down England's total of 209 in the first ODI in Antigua. England's batting struggled against the West Indian bowlers, with Liam Livingstone's 48 being the only bright spot in their under-par total. With this win, the West Indies take a 1-0 lead in the series.
West Indies Crush England in ODI Opener Led by Lewis' Heroics
In a captivating first One Day International (ODI) encounter at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua, the West Indies emerged victorious over England, claiming a decisive 1-0 lead in the series.
Evin Lewis, the West Indies opener, electrified the crowd with a blistering innings of 94 runs off just 64 deliveries, including four resounding sixes. His scintillating knock propelled the home side to an emphatic nine-wicket victory, chasing down England's total of 209 with ease.
England's Batting Woes
Contrastingly, England's batters faltered against the West Indian bowling attack. Apart from Liam Livingstone's valiant effort of 48 runs, the visitors failed to build substantial partnerships. The English batsmen succumbed to the disciplined bowling of Jason Holder (3/36), Alzarri Joseph (2/14), and Akeal Hosein (2/33), exposing England's batting fragilities.
West Indies Dominance
The West Indies, on the other hand, exhibited a clinical performance with both bat and ball. Lewis's flamboyant knock was ably supported by Nicholas Pooran (40 not out) and Kyle Mayers (36 not out), who remained unbeaten to seal the victory.
With this win, the West Indies now hold the advantage in the three-match series. The second ODI will take place on February 12 at Kensington Oval in Barbados.
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