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Kiwis Poised to Whitewash England in ODI Series Finale
31 Oct
Summary
- England already 2-0 down in 3-match ODI series against New Zealand
- England's batting struggles, with only Harry Brook and Jamie Overton scoring well
- New Zealand on the verge of a series whitewash
As of November 1, 2025, the third and final ODI between New Zealand and England is set to take place in Wellington. The hosts have already secured a commanding 2-0 lead in the 3-match series, and they now have the opportunity to complete a whitewash over the visitors.
England's performance in the first two matches has been disappointing, with their batting lineup failing to fire. Aside from Harry Brook, who scored 34 runs in the second ODI, and Jamie Overton, who top-scored with 42 runs, the rest of the English batters have struggled to make an impact. In the second match, England were bundled out for just 175 runs in 36 overs, a total that the Kiwis chased down with relative ease.
On the other hand, New Zealand have been dominant throughout the series. In the second ODI, Rachin Ravindra and Daryl Mitchell both scored half-centuries to guide the hosts to a comfortable victory. Captain Mitchell Santner also contributed with a brisk 34 runs, while Jofra Archer was the pick of the English bowlers, taking 3 wickets.
As the teams prepare for the series finale, the Kiwis will be confident of completing a whitewash and asserting their dominance over the Three Lions. England, meanwhile, will be playing for pride and hoping to avoid a humiliating defeat.
