Keacy Carty leads West Indies to 308 against England
- Keacy Carty's brilliant innings of 103 runs helped West Indies post 308 all out in their second ODI against England.
- The West Indies, previously defeated in their first ODI, showed improved form compared to their earlier performance.
- Despite dropping critical catches, England's bowlers fought back to dismiss the West Indies, putting themselves in a strong position to win the series.
In a thrilling second One Day International (ODI) match held at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, Wales, the West Indies faced off against England aiming to keep their series alive. On Sunday, Keacy Carty led the West Indies charge, scoring 103 runs from 105 balls, his third century in four innings. The team total of 308 all out represents a marked improvement over their previous game, where they could only manage 162 runs. Carty's innings included several moments of fortune as he was dropped on two occasions early in his innings and benefited from England's lackluster fielding. Notably, he and fellow opener Brandon King shared a crucial 141-run partnership, which set the stage for a competitive total after the West Indies had lost their first wicket with little on the board. Following Carty’s dismissal, the team lost momentum, collapsing from a promising 205 for 2 to 308 all out, with captain Shai Hope contributing a solid 78. England's bowlers, Adil Rashid and Saqib Mahmood, made significant contributions to turn the match in their favor, with Rashid taking four wickets and Mahmood three wickets in a short span of deliveries. The match ended with the West Indies needing to defend a total they had posted themselves, providing a competitive edge in the series as England now looked to secure a series victory after previously dominating the West Indies in Edgbaston. This contest holds particular importance for the West Indies as they seek to gain momentum in challenging conditions against a strong England side after a disheartening defeat in the first ODI. The series now stands at a crucial juncture, with both teams keen on establishing dominance.