India vs England Cricket Score, 2nd ODI Highlights: India clinch series with thrilling chase against England

Harshit Rana to Ben Duckett, FOUR! A well-timed short-arm jab sends the ball racing to the boundary. The length delivery angled into Duckett from around the wicket wasn’t a poor ball, but he expertly dispatched it past midwicket, beating the fielder inside the circle. England continue to find the gaps early on.

England have made a steady start, reaching 6/0 at the end of the first over. Phil Salt is on 5 off 5 balls, including a boundary, while Ben Duckett has opened his account with a single. Mohammed Shami bowled the first over, conceding six runs without picking up a wicket. The visitors will look to build a solid foundation, while India aims for an early breakthrough.

India: Rohit Sharma(c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul(w), Hardik Pandya, Axar Patel, Ravindra Jadeja, Harshit Rana, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarthy

England: Philip Salt(w), Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler(c), Liam Livingstone, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood, Saqib Mahmood

Jos Buttler emphasizes the need for England to sustain pressure and avoid losing wickets in clusters. He acknowledges India’s explosive start in the last game and urges his team to play better for longer periods. England makes three changes—Mark Wood, Gus Atkinson, and Jamie Overton come in, while Jofra Archer, Jacob Bethell, and Brydon Carse sit out.

Rohit Sharma is pleased with India’s performance in the previous match but remains focused on this one. He praises the team’s energy and lauds Shreyas Iyer and Shubman Gill‘s counterattack. India makes two changes—Yashasvi Jaiswal is replaced by Virat Kohli, drawing a huge roar from the crowd, while Kuldeep Yadav is rested, making way for Varun Chakravarthy’s debut. Rohit describes the pitch as a black soil surface that is likely to slow down as the game progresses.

England won the toss and elected to bat first in the second ODI against India at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. With a 1-0 lead in the series, India will look to wrap up the series, while England aims to level it and force a decider. The pitch is expected to favor batters early on, but spinners could come into play later in the innings.

The square boundaries are small, measuring 63m and 64m on either side, with even shorter dimensions behind the wicket. A flat pitch and compact ground size indicate a high-scoring contest, but much depends on the pitch’s behavior. Graeme Swann notes that the surface isn’t too hard and has visible cracks, suggesting significant spin in the final 30 overs. Deep Dasgupta anticipates a target around 280 runs, with chasing potentially being the easier option. If the pitch holds up early on, batters could make the most of the conditions before spinners come into play later in the game.

The toss for the second ODI between India and England is set to take place at 1 PM IST at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. With India leading the three-match series 1-0, the outcome of the toss could play a crucial role in determining the game’s course. The pitch is expected to be batting-friendly, with some assistance for spinners in the afternoon. Both captains will look to make the right call, considering the dew factor in the second innings. A win for India will seal the series, while England will be desperate to bounce back and force a decider.

Varun Chakravarthy has received his maiden ODI cap from Ravindra Jadeja, marking a special moment for the spinner. He was greeted with handshakes from teammates and plenty of attention from the cameras. Chakravarthy was impressive in the T20I series, claiming 14 wickets at an outstanding average of 9.85. His inclusion in the ODI squad wasn’t as a replacement but rather a strategic move by India to assess his potential impact. With uncertainty surrounding Jasprit Bumrah’s fitness for the Champions Trophy, could Chakravarthy be the X-factor India needs in their bowling attack?

He’s back! All signs indicate that Virat Kohli will return to action for India in the format that has consistently brought out his best—effortlessly so. The big question now is: who makes way for him in the playing XI?

According to espncricinfo, India’s bowlers, including Arshdeep Singh, Mohammed Shami, Kuldeep Yadav, and Washington Sundar, have been actively involved in practice. Virat Kohli once again received a rousing welcome and is training alongside Abhishek Nayar. Meanwhile, Harshit Rana, who impressed with three wickets in the last match, is yet to make an appearance on the field.

The pitch at this venue has historically favored batting, as seen in the last three ODIs played here. A high-scoring contest is expected, with spinners likely to find some assistance, particularly between the 25th and 30th over of the first innings. However, conditions are expected to improve for batting in the second innings, making it a favorable track for chasing.

The weather is expected to remain clear throughout the game, with no chances of rain, according to AccuWeather. The temperature is likely to reach a high of around 33°C.

After a dominant performance in the T20I series, India carried their momentum into the first ODI with a solid win. Rohit Sharma and his team will now aim to seal the series with another victory and avoid a decider in the final match.

Meanwhile, England will be determined to bounce back. Jos Buttler and his squad will look to showcase their resilience and level the series, keeping their hopes alive.

With both teams eager for a crucial win, this contest promises to be an electrifying showdown.

Hello and welcome to our live coverage of the second One-Day International between India and England from Barabati Stadium, Cuttack! India leads the three-match series 1-0 after a commanding four-wicket win in the opening game.

Will the Men in Blue clinch the series today, or can England bounce back to level it? Stay tuned for live updates, scores, expert analysis, and all the action from this thrilling encounter!