The summer of English cricket began with a bang at Derby as England Women faced off against West Indies Women in the 1st ODI of the series on May 30, 2025. Opting to bat first, England’s openers Tammy Beaumont and Amy Jones orchestrated a batting masterclass, both notching up memorable centuries that set social media abuzz. As the runs piled up and records tumbled, Twitter was awash with praise, memes, and excitement for the duo’s stellar performance.

Tammy Beaumont and Amy Jones light up 1^st ODI against West Indies

The day belonged to England’s opening pair. Beaumont, the ever-reliable stalwart, brought up her 11th ODI century in style. Her innings was a blend of elegance and aggression, peppered with eight boundaries and four towering sixes. Beaumont’s knock of 107 from 104 balls showcased her ability to anchor the innings while keeping the scoreboard ticking. Her hundred came with a crisp cut through point, and her trademark celebration—arms aloft, beaming with pride—was a sight to behold.

But the real fairytale belonged to Jones. After 12 years and countless matches since her debut in Mumbai back in 2013, Jones finally reached the elusive three-figure mark in ODIs. Her maiden century was a statement of intent, crafted with 15 boundaries and a six, and capped off by a punchy drive past extra cover. Jones’ 122 off 121 balls was a testament to her perseverance and adaptability, especially after being promoted to open the innings.

England set a mammoth total for West Indies

The partnership between Beaumont and Jones was nothing short of monumental. Together, they put on a 222-run opening stand, laying the perfect platform for a daunting total. The West Indies bowlers toiled hard but found little respite as the English duo rotated the strike and dispatched anything loose to the boundary. The run rate hovered above six from the outset and never dipped, with England reaching 345/6 in their 50 overs.

England reached 50 in just over 10 overs, 100 before the 21st over, and by the 33rd over, both openers were nearing their centuries. The fall of wickets after the mammoth partnership did little to slow the scoring, with Nat SPE-Brunt keeping the momentum alive with her half century, England set a daunting total for the visitors.

Here’s how fans reacted:

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