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England will host India in the second ODI of the three-match series on Thursday, July 16, at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff. The hosts face a must-win encounter after India secured a convincing six-wicket victory in the series opener to take a 1-0 lead.
England struggled with the bat in the first ODI and were reduced to 107/6 before a 121-run partnership between Joe Root and Liam Dawson rescued the innings. Root remained unbeaten with a composed half-century, while Dawson played a valuable knock of 68. However, England were eventually bowled out for 258, a total that proved insufficient against a dominant Indian batting lineup.
India chased the target with ease. Shubman Gill scored a fluent 80 off 65 balls and shared a 101-run partnership with Shreyas Iyer to put the visitors in complete control. Axar Patel capped off a brilliant all-round display with an unbeaten half-century after claiming four wickets earlier in the match, while Washington Sundar also scored an unbeaten fifty as the pair stitched together a match-winning 102-run stand.
Here is the England’s predicted XI for second ODI:
Top Order: Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root
Ben Duckett looked positive during his 43-run knock in the opening ODI before failing to convert his start into a substantial innings. England will expect the left-hander to provide another brisk start at the top. Jacob Bethell endured a difficult outing in the series opener and will be eager to make amends with a better performance. Joe Root was England’s standout batter, remaining unbeaten with a well-crafted 76 that held the innings together. The experienced batter will once again be crucial if England are to post a competitive total.
Middle Order: Harry Brook (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, Brydon Carse
Harry Brook nicked one to the slips for one run, Jos Buttler scored five runs and lost his wicket by slogging a ball badly. Liam Dawson scored 68 runs forming a good partnership with Root while Will Jacks scored 20 runs and did not take one wicket even bowling seven overs. Brydon Carse added to the squad for the second ODI after coming back from an injury layoff.
Liam Dawson was one of England’s biggest positives, scoring an impressive 68 under pressure and sharing a vital partnership with Root. Will Jacks contributed 20 runs but couldn’t influence the game with the ball despite bowling seven overs. Brydon Carse is expected to return after recovering from injury and could add balance to England’s lower middle order while strengthening the pace attack.
Bowlers: Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue
Jofra Archer picked up a wicket in the first ODI but was slightly expensive by his standards. England will hope he can make greater use of the new ball at Sophia Gardens. Leg-spinner Adil Rashid bowled only five overs and went wicketless but remains England’s biggest spin threat. Josh Tongue produced a disciplined spell compared to the other pacers and is expected to retain his place in the XI.
England predicted XI for the second ODI:
Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root, Harry Brook (C), Jos Buttler (WK), Liam Dawson, Will Jacks, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Josh Tongue
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FAQs
When will the second ODI between England and India happen?
The second ODI of the three-match series will be played on July 16.
Where will the second ODI happen?
The match will be held at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff.
Which players are to watch out for the second ODI?
For England, Joe Root, Harry Brook and Jofra Archer will be key players, while India will rely on Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah and Axar Patel to continue their winning momentum.
