Liam Livingstone's explosive performance led England to a remarkable victory, leveling the ODI series against the West Indies in Antigua. Chasing a daunting target of 329 runs, England successfully reached 330 for the loss of five wickets, thanks in large part to Livingstone's outstanding innings. After England's defeat in the first match of the series, Livingstone, who captained the team, urged his players to adopt a more strategic approach to their batting. He certainly set the tone, scoring his maiden one-day international century with an impressive 124 not out. His innings showcased a blend of patience and aggression; he took 60 balls to reach his first fifty but accelerated dramatically, scoring his second fifty in just 17 balls. Livingstone's performance was pivotal in securing the win and demonstrating the team's resilience in the face of a challenging target.

Jeetan Patel has commended England's bowlers for their resilience on a flat pitch in Pakistan, highlighting their ability to "dig deeper and deeper" during challenging conditions. Despite facing a tough day in Multan, where Pakistan ended the first day at 328 for four, England's bowlers managed to secure three crucial wickets in the final session. Shan Masood led the charge for Pakistan with a remarkable 151 runs, while Abdullah Shafique contributed a solid 102. The duo formed a formidable partnership of 253 runs, propelling Pakistan to a commanding position at 261 for one. However, England's bowlers, including Gus Atkinson, Jack Leach, and Chris Woakes, rallied late in the day to take three wickets, giving England a glimmer of hope in the first Test. Patel, the spin bowling coach, praised the seamers for their outstanding efforts despite the challenging pitch conditions.