Sun Jun 01 11:30:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**Carty Century Highlights Sloppy England Fielding as West Indies Set 309 Target**
**Cardiff, UK -** Keacy Carty’s impressive century anchored the West Indies innings, propelling them to a total of 308 all out against England in their latest ODI clash. Carty, dropped twice during his innings, capitalized on England’s generosity to reach his fourth ODI century in just nine innings since November.
England’s fielding performance was far from stellar, with a total of four dropped catches and two missed run-out opportunities marring their effort. Alongside the dropped catches, England also conceded a costly six when Shai Hope smashed a massive hit into the trees.
Saqib Mahmood emerged as a standout performer for England, claiming crucial wickets, including that of Shai Hope (78), who was caught by Harry Brook off a slower ball to end the West Indies innings. Mahmood finished with figures of 4 wickets. Adil Rashid also made history, becoming England’s leading wicket-taker of spin across all international formats.
Despite a late surge from the West Indies after being 168-2 after 28 overs, England managed to restrict them, helped by Mahmood’s late wickets, to a target of 309.
England now faces a challenging chase, which started poorly with two quick Mahmood wickets, to secure their second win under captain Harry Brook. Questions are being asked about whether England will rue their missed opportunities in the field.
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