IND vs ENG - 2nd ODI - What To Expect?

Team India has started the ODI series against England on a positive note. It was a comfortable win by the hosts where some big names performed exceptionally well. The 2nd ODI between the two teams is scheduled to take place on Sunday at the Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. The match prediction showcases the probable playing XI and betting tips for both sides.

The hosts came to play the ODI series after losing out on the T20 international series by 4-1. A loss in the first ODI will impact their overall confidence for the rest of the series and a win in the 2nd fixture will be crucial for the team.

Team India will be eyeing to seal the deal with a win in the 2nd T20i. They would like to win the series by winning the 2nd fixture and declaring their supremacy over the visitors.

IND vs ENG - Recap of First ODI

England won the toss and elected to bat first. The top order started on a positive note with a balanced partnership between Phil Salt (43 off 26) and Ben Duckett (32 off 29 balls). However, once their partnership was broker, England took time to get back on the right track. In the middle order, skipper Jos Buttler (52 off 67) and Jacob Bethell (51 off 64 balls) came out as the saviour for the team.

For team India, Harshit Rana and Ravindra Jadeja came out as the key wicket-takers. They both picked up 3 wickets each at an economy of 7.57 and 2.89. Mohammad Shami, Axar Patel, and Kuldeep Yadav contributed with a single wicket each.

England’s bowling got rid of the opening partnership at an early stage but after that, they went off the track and lost the ability to break the partnership. Saqib Mahmood and Adil Rashid scalped 2 wickets each at an economy of 7.05 and 4.90.

For team India, Shubhman Gill (87 off 96 balls) and Shreyas Iyer (59 off 36 balls) came out as the top scorers. The duo gave the winning momentum to the team and provided major help in completing the chase. Axar Patel also scored 52 off 47 balls at a strike rate of 110.64.

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI - Winning Odds

According to the betting apps in India, below are the winning odds for IND vs ENG 2nd ODI.

IND vs ENG 2nd ODI - What To Expect?

1) The Return of Virat Kohli

According to the reports, India’s star batter Virat Kohli is all set to make his return in the 2nd ODI. He suffered a minor knee injury and missed out on the 1st ODI. Kohli will be appearing at number 3 and hence the skipper and the coach are facing a selection dilemma. Virat Kohli has not been in good shape in recent times when it comes to white-ball cricket. Considering the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025, Virat Kohli would like to bounce back in the right form at home and gain confidence for the important ICC event.

2) Introduction of Jamie Overton

England needs a key contributor when it comes to their middle-order batting unit. The constant failure of Harry Brook and Liam Livingstone has hurt the team and hence we might expect the introduction of another all-rounder Jamie Overton into the team. Jamie is known for his ferocious batting and pace attack. He has done exceptionally well in the T20 format and now the time has come for him to prove himself in the ODI format.

3) Axar Patel to Continue at Number 5

One of the biggest changes in team India during the 1st ODI was the promotion of Axar Patel at number 5. Rishabh Pant was kept on the bench and Axar was given a chance instead. The result was positive and the team management might continue with him at number. He contributed with a single wicket and scored 52 off 47 balls at a strike rate of 110.64.

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