SOUTHAMPTON, England — England delivered a resounding statement of dominance on Tuesday, closing out their T20 series against the West Indies with a clinical 37-run victory that capped a flawless white-ball campaign.
Fuelled by a whirlwind innings from Ben Duckett — whose 84 off just 46 balls shredded the Windies’ bowling attack — England posted a mammoth 248-3, a total that proved well beyond the visitors despite a spirited counter from Rovman Powell.
Duckett, unfazed and unrelenting, stitched together a masterclass in tempo and timing. Supported by Jamie Smith, who blasted 60 off 26 balls, the pair launched England into overdrive with a 120-run opening stand that took just 53 deliveries. The assault didn’t let up as Jacob Bethell added late fireworks with a blistering 36* from 16, including three consecutive sixes.
England’s total equalled their highest-ever T20 score on home soil, underscoring the destructive depth of their batting arsenal.
In response, the West Indies struggled to match the relentless pace. Early wickets — courtesy of Luke Wood (3-31) and Liam Dawson — derailed their momentum. Skipper Shai Hope attempted to rally with a brisk 45, but was undone by a sharp bouncer from Brydon Carse.
Powell provided late resistance with an unbeaten 79 from 45 deliveries, carving boundaries with authority. But with little support and too much ground to cover, the Windies fizzled to 211-8.
This result seals a comprehensive series sweep across both formats — 3-0 in ODIs and now 3-0 in T20s — marking a perfect start under the leadership of new white-ball captain Harry Brook.
England’s message is clear: this is a team in full control, capable of dismantling opposition with precision and power, and intent on shaping the future of limited-overs cricket on their terms.
