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New Zealand take on the West Indies in the third One-Day International on July 16. The series is finely poised at 1-1 with three games remaining, with the Black Caps sealing a five-wicket win in the second ODI after starting the series with a loss. The Kiwis will be looking to seal victory in the third ODI to take a vital lead into the final two games in Barbados.

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 will look to bounce back strongly in the series against India after losing the first ODI at Edgbaston by six wickets. The second ODI takes place at the Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Thursday, July 16. Shubman Gill-led India will want to double their lead and bag the series with a game to spare. In this article, let’s take a look at how India could line up in the second ODI. India’s Predicted Playing XI vs ENG, 2nd ODI Top-order: Shubman Gill (C)/Ishan Kishan, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli Shubman Gill’s fitness and Rohit Sharma’s form are two areas of concerns for India heading into the second ODI. The Indian skipper had to retire hurt in the first ODI after clutching at the back of his right leg. However, reports suggest that he should recover in time for the second ODI. Ishan Kishan could come into the line-up if India decides not to risk Shubman, who scored a crucial 80 in the first game. Meanwhile, Rohit is averaging just over 30 in ODIs this year. He would like to make an impact on Thursday. Virat Kohli, on the other hand, was dismissed for just five. His contest with Jofra Archer, who dismissed him in the last game, would be intriguing to watch. Middle-order: Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Shivam Dube Shreyas Iyer, meanwhile, played a handy knock of 35 before getting run-out in the last game. He is going to be a key player for India on Thursday. KL Rahul suffered a rare failure in ODIs in the last game and would want to come back emphatically in Cardiff. Spin-bowling all-rounders Washington Sundar and Axar Patel were brilliant on Thursday. Both of them stitched an unbeaten 121-run stand to take their team to victory. Axar also contributed massively with the ball, bagging his first-ever ODI four-for. Shivam Dube didn’t get to bat but bowled decently and dismissed the dangerous Will Jacks. Bowlers: Gurnoor Brar, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna Gurnoor Brar continued to impress the cricket fraternity with his brilliant bowling skills. He dismissed both the England openers in one over. Jasprit Bumrah bowled a tight spell, giving away just 31 runs in nine overs and picking up one wicket. Meanwhile, Prasidh Krishna finished with figures of 2/50 in his 10-over spell. India’s Predicted Player XI: Shubman Gill (C)/Ishan Kishan, Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (WK), Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Shivam Dube, Gurnoor Brar, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna.

South African cricket has produced several legendary cricketers over the years, but very few have matched the consistency and impact of Shaun Pollock. Born on July 16, 1973, in Port Elizabeth (now Gqeberha), Pollock went on to become one of the finest bowling all-rounders the game has ever seen. On his birthday, cricket fans celebrate the remarkable career of a player who served South Africa with distinction for more than a decade.

India have a chance to wrap up the series when they take on hosts England in the second ODI at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales. The Men in Blue secured a routine six-wicket victory in the first ODI of the three-match series.

After dominating in the T20I series and winning it 4-0, England were provided with a reality check when they were beaten by India in the first One Day International (ODI) at Edgbaston in Birmingham by six wickets.

Shaun Pollock is one of the finest all-rounders to have played for South Africa. He was primarily a right-arm seamer who could also contribute with the bat in the lower order. Pollock also had a very sharp mind, which helped South Africa win many matches when he was the captain of the national team. Carrying the massive weight of the expectations that come with the legendary South African cricketing surname—as the son of Peter Pollock and nephew of Graeme Pollock—he didn’t just live up to the legacy; he carved out his own distinct greatness. In this article, let’s take a look at the top three performances in international cricket. Top 3 performances of Shaun Pollock: 3. 4/19 vs. Australia (Commonwealth Games, Kuala Lumpur, 1998) Shaun Pollock registered figures of 4/19 in the 1998 Commonwealth Games Cricket Final on September 19, 1998, at the Perbadanan Kemajuan Negari Selangor in Kuala Lumpur. This was the final of the men’s cricket event. The legendary fast bowler wreaked havoc with the new ball, bagging the wickets of Mark Waugh, Ricky Ponting, and Adam Gilchrist in his first spell. He came back later in the innings and dismissed Darren Lehmann. Australia were bowled out for 183 in 49.3 overs. South Africa chased the paltry target in 46 overs with four wickets to spare. 2. 5/20 vs. England (Triangular Series Final, Johannesburg, 2000) On February 13, 2000, South Africa defeated England at the Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg to win the triangular tournament that also involved Zimbabwe. The Proteas were bowled out for 149 in the first innings in just 45 overs. They needed a spirited bowling effort to stop a strong English batting line-up from chasing down the modest 150-run target. Shaun Pollock stepped up in the high-pressure game, dismissing the top five batters in England’s batting unit. Pollock finished with sensational figures of 5/20 in nine overs as the Three Lions were bowled out for 111. The Port Elizabeth-born won the Player of the Match award. 1. 7/87 vs. Australia (3rd Test, Adelaide, 1998) South Africa faced Australia in the decisive third Test at the Adelaide Oval in 1998 with the host having a 1-0 lead. The tourists had to win the final game to level the series. They batted first and posted a massive 517-run total with Pollock contributing 40 runs. With the ball, he decimated the Aussies, finishing with remarkable figures of 7/87 in 41 overs. This was his best figures in international cricket. In the second innings, South Africa declared at 193/6, setting the Aussies a target of 361. Australia managed to reach 227/7 when there was no more time left in the match. Pollock took two more wickets in this innings. While South Africa failed to win the match, he received a lot of praise for his all-round efforts.

Bhanuka Rajapaksa’s move across town is Jaffna’s actual answer, not a mystery signing. Pairing his power with Avishka Fernando’s proven powerplay strike rate gives the four-time champions a settled top two, even with the second slot not officially locked down yet. Kamil Mishara offers a fallback option if either struggles early against the Gallants new-ball attack. History favours Jaffna heavily here, and getting the opening stand right is the difference between extending that record and handing the rebranded opposition a rare upset.

Raza’s battle is about history and survival, Rishad’s is about pure wicket-taking threat, and the second one probably decides more of the actual match. The veteran already made headlines simply by walking out in the series opener, but Bulawayo’s slow surface means his bowling economy against a well-set batter will matter every bit as much as his runs. Rishad missed that first game entirely, and how Bangladesh’s captain chooses to use him on Wednesday could be the bigger swing factor of the two.

New Zealand‘s spin trio answered that question first, and Jayden Lennox settled it emphatically. His five wicket haul at Providence turned a series that looked evenly poised into one where the tourists’ turn merchants now look a full step ahead of West Indies’ own three-pronged attack. Both sides know the pitch will matter every bit as much as personnel selection, because Providence turns hardest once the new-ball shine wears off, and whichever unit reads those conditions fastest in Guyana should end up deciding this rubber.

2nd ODI | India Tour of England 2026 | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Wales | 16 July 2026

2nd ODI | India Tour of England 2026 | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Wales | 16 July 2026