Keacy Carty shines with 170 runs, propelling the West Indies to a 197-run win against Ireland in Dublin. Read about the thrilling match highlights here.
Introduction:
The third and final ODI between Ireland and West Indies at Dublin’s Castle Avenue on May 25, 2025, saw the visitors deliver a statement performance, routing the hosts by a massive 197 runs to draw the series 1-1. Keacy Carty’s career-best 170 and a fiery spell from Jayden Seales powered the West Indies to one of their most dominant ODI wins in recent years.
Pre-Match Context: Decider in Dublin
After rain washed out the second ODI, both teams entered the decider with the series on the line. Ireland, having won the toss, opted to field first, hoping to exploit overcast conditions and restrict the West Indies’ powerful batting lineup. However, what followed was a relentless display of power-hitting and disciplined bowling from the visitors.
West Indies Batting: Carty’s Masterclass Leads Mammoth Total
The West Indies’ innings was built around a sensational knock from Keacy Carty, who scored his second century in as many games. Carty’s 170 off 142 balls was a blend of classical drives and audacious power, featuring 15 fours and 8 sixes. He was ably supported by captain Shai Hope (75) and Justin Greaves (50 off just 23 balls), as the West Indies piled up 385 for 7 in their 50 overs—their second-highest ODI total ever.
Ireland’s bowlers struggled for control, with Barry McCarthy picking up three wickets but conceding 100 runs, becoming the first Irish bowler to reach that unwanted milestone in ODIs. The West Indies’ late-innings acceleration was breathtaking, smashing 132 runs in the last eight overs to leave Ireland shell-shocked. See also: Joe Root’s Record-Breaking 166*
Rain Intervenes: Revised Target for Ireland
A rain delay between innings meant Ireland’s chase was shortened to 46 overs, with a revised target of 363 via the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method. The already daunting task became even tougher as the pitch offered movement for the seamers under gloomy skies. See also: Realm of Test Cricket with England’s 3rd Win Against West Indies
Ireland’s Chase: Seales’ Fiery Burst Ends Hopes Early
Ireland’s reply never got going, thanks largely to a devastating opening spell from Jayden Seales. He struck in the very first over, sneaking an inswinger through Andy Balbirnie’s defenses. Seales then removed the dangerous Paul Stirling, who became the first Irishman to reach 6,000 ODI runs during his brief cameo, and Harry Tector in a double-wicket maiden that effectively ended the contest.
Despite some resistance from Matthew Carmichael (48) and Lorcan Tucker (29), wickets tumbled at regular intervals. Ireland were bowled out for 165 in just 29.5 overs, with Seales finishing with figures of 3 for 26. The West Indies’ fielders were sharp, effecting two late run-outs to wrap up a comprehensive win.
Standout Performances
Keacy Carty: The undoubted star, Carty’s 170 was a display of composure and controlled aggression. He was named both Player of the Match and Player of the Series for his back-to-back hundreds that anchored the West Indies’ batting in challenging conditions.
Shai Hope: The West Indies captain played the perfect foil to Carty, rotating strike and finding boundaries in a 137-run partnership for the third wicket.
Jayden Seales: His early burst with the new ball broke the back of Ireland’s chase and set the tone for a clinical bowling display.
Barry McCarthy: Despite a tough day with the ball, his three wickets made him the leading wicket-taker in the series for Ireland.
Ireland’s Struggles: Batting and Bowling Falter
Ireland’s bowlers were unable to stem the flow of runs, especially in the death overs, and their batsmen found the West Indies’ pace and movement too hot to handle. Only Carmichael and Dockrell (23) offered any real resistance, as the rest of the lineup crumbled under scoreboard pressure.
Series Drawn: What Next for Both Sides?
The emphatic win means the West Indies leave Ireland with the series squared at 1-1, a fair reflection of the teams’ performances over the two completed matches. For Ireland, the defeat will sting, but there were positives in the emergence of new talent and the continued excellence of Paul Stirling. See also: England Women Seal 3-0 T20I Series Sweep
The West Indies, meanwhile, will be buoyed by the form of their top order and the potency of their seamers, setting them up well for the rest of their European tour.
Quotes from the Presentation: Keacy Carty, Player of the Match and Series
“Good to come overseas and score in foreign conditions. The weather held up and result was in our favour. So, pretty pleased. We went back and implemented a few methods. Just tried different methods.â€
Conclusion
The third ODI in Dublin was a showcase of West Indies’ firepower and depth, as they outclassed Ireland in every department to secure a 197-run win and draw the series. Keacy Carty’s record-breaking hundred and Jayden Seales’ incisive bowling were the highlights of a memorable day for Caribbean cricket.
