New Delhi. Healing the wounds of the crushing defeat in the T20 series, the Indian cricket team has made a great start to the ODI series. Shubman Gill-led Team India has taken a 1-0 lead in this 3-match series by defeating England by 6 wickets in the first match played in Birmingham. Now the Indian team’s eyes are set on winning the second ODI to be held in Cardiff on Thursday and taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. However, despite the big win in the first match, there are many challenges and concerns in front of Team India, which are very important to overcome before this do-or-die match. The timing of the second ODI has changed. The first ODI started at 3:30 pm in India, while the second ODI will be played at 5:30 pm.
Captain and opener Shubman Gill, who was the hero of India’s victory in the first ODI, was batting brilliantly after scoring 80 runs, when he felt uncomfortable on the field and he retired hurt and went out groaning in pain. The Indian camp and fans will be praying that this is limited to just muscle strains (cramps).
India England 2nd ODI will be watched from 5:30 pm Indian time.
In fact, a similar incident of fitness was seen with Gill during the first Test against South Africa in Kolkata last year, after which he had to be admitted to the hospital and he was out of the entire Test series. The Indian team management will not want to take any such risk in Cardiff, because Gill’s presence on the field as captain and an excellent opener is very important for the balance of the team.
Rohit Sharma’s form and changed style
Shubman Gill’s partner and former captain Rohit Sharma is completely fit, but his recent batting figures are definitely a matter of concern for the team management. Ever since Rohit left the captaincy, a big change has been seen in his playing style. He has controlled his aggressive and fearless batting to some extent and now he is playing with a little caution at the crease. However, this changed approach has not yielded any major benefits yet. This powerful Mumbai batsman was dismissed cheaply in the first match, so there will definitely be pressure on him to play a big and effective innings in the second ODI.
Middle order saved the honour, the onus was on the bowlers
While chasing the target of 259 runs in the first ODI, the Indian team was looking in trouble at one time after losing 4 wickets for 160 runs. But the fighting innings of Axar Patel (57 not out) and Washington Sundar (52 not out) brought the team out of trouble. Even though the middle order led India to victory, the team will have to overcome the problem of the top order collapsing early. Apart from this, the bowling attack led by Jasprit Bumrah will have to prepare a strategy to keep England’s dangerous batsmen tied on the Cardiff pitches.
When will the second ODI match be played between India and England?
The second ODI match between India and England will be played on Thursday, July 16.
On which ground will the India vs England 2nd ODI match take place?
This match will be played at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff.
What time will the second ODI match start according to Indian time (IST)?
This match will start at 5:30 pm Indian time.
On which channel will the live TV telecast of the second ODI match be broadcast in India?
This match will be telecast live in India on Sony Sports Network.
Where can you watch live streaming of the second ODI match between India and England online?
Live streaming of this match can be seen in India on JioHotstar app and its official website.
