England Rout West Indies in ODI With Bethell Starring

Jacob Bethell led England to a record 238-run victory over West Indies in the first ODI at Edgbaston, hitting 82 off 53 balls with eight fours and five sixes. His performance, inspired by his recent IPL stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru under coaches like Andy Flower and alongside Virat Kohli, earned him Player of the Match and praise from new white-ball captain Harry Brook. Bethell, 21, has intensified debate about his potential return to the Test side for the upcoming India series after missing the Zimbabwe Test due to IPL commitments. England's 400/8 total was boosted by key contributions from Ben Duckett, Harry Brook, and Joe Root. The West Indies crumbled to 162 all out as England ended a seven-match ODI losing streak. The win gives England a 1-0 series lead and renewed optimism for their white-ball cricket prospects.