New Zealand against the English – Second Men’s Cricketing One-Day International Match
Real-time Game Coverage
This 2nd ODI featuring New Zealand and the English side has commenced in Hamilton. Here is a rundown of the major developments from the match.
Major Highlights
- Fall of Wicket: J. Smith taken by Williamson from Foulkes thirteen (the English 29 for 2)
- WICKET: B. Duckett taken by Latham from Duffy 1 (the English 3-1)
- Coin Toss: New Zealand won the toss and choose to field first
Match Overview
The Kiwis claimed the coin toss and decided to bowl initially. The English began their innings with Jamie Smith and Ben Duckett opening.
Early dismissals left England in a tough spot. Duckett fell quickly, taken by Latham off Duffy. Smith was next to go, taken by Williamson off Foulkes.
Joe Root and Jacob Bethell then stepped in to consolidate the batting effort. Root played aggressively, striking fours and keeping the runs moving.
By the conclusion of the PowerPlay, England were at 49-2. The Kiwis maintained control during the initial phase of the game.
Line-ups
English Team: J. Smith, B. Duckett, Joe Root, J. Bethell, H. Brook (captain), J. Buttler (wicketkeeper), Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer
New Zealand: W. Young, R. Ravindra, K. Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), M. Bracewell, M. Santner (captain), N. Smith, Z. Foulkes, B. Tickner, Jacob Duffy
The game looks set to be a exciting encounter as each sides battle for a win in the second ODI.
