The third ODI between West Indies and England at the Kennington Oval in London saw its toss delayed. However, it had nothing to do with rain or a soggy pitch. The reason was actually quite different. The West Indies team was caught in city traffic and couldn't arrive at the stadium in time. The toss was to be at 5:00 PM IST (12:30 PM local), but since the players arrived late, it was postponed. The match, scheduled to begin at 5:30 PM IST (1:00 PM local), was also delayed. The West Indies team finally arrived at the stadium, and the revised schedule was given. The toss will now be held at 5:40 PM IST (1:10 PM local time), and the match will commence at 6:00 PM IST (1:30 PM local time). Just to make matters worse, rain is also predicted. The pitch was covered, and dark clouds hovered over the stadium when the West Indies team was on its way. Due to a delayed arrival of one of the playing teams, who are stuck in heavy traffic north of the river, the scheduled start of play will be delayed. Once all members of the playing teams arrive, the match officials will coordinate updated timings and discuss any impact on the… pic.twitter.com/nM1RGVuUU4 — Surrey Cricket (@surreycricket) June 3, 2025 Also Read | ILT20 cuts team salary cap by 20% after SA20 shift ENG Wins Toss, Opts to Field England won the toss and decided to bowl first in the 3rd ODI match against West Indies. Captain Harry Brook revealed that they took time while getting stuck in traffic but are prepared to play aggressive cricket. He appreciated Joe Root's big innings and is confident in their bowling unit. Will Jacks revealed that the team was more pleased with the Cardiff victory than Birmingham and talked about his solid stand with Root. He also discussed adjusting to his new batting role and how he plots his innings according to the game situation. West Indies captain Shai Hope conceded he likely ought to have walked in the last game and stated they are trying for improved execution this time. He said that Sherfane Rutherford, Evin Lewis, and Shamar Joseph are included again in the side, and they hope that they'll make an immediate impact. Both teams are eager to play a close game, and the Oval surface is anticipated to provide decent bounce and pace. Playing XIs: England: Jamie Smith, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethell, Will Jacks, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Matthew Potts, Saqib Mahmood West Indies: Brandon King, Evin Lewis, Keacy Carty, Shai Hope (c/wk), Sherfane Rutherford, Justin Greaves, Roston Chase, Gudakesh Motie, Alzarri Joseph, Shamar Joseph, Jayden Seales