India vs England 2nd ODI Preview: The Barabati Stadium in Cuttack is set to host the second ODI between India and England on Sunday, February 9, as the home side aims to clinch the three-match series after a dominant four-wicket victory in Nagpur. England, reeling from their batting collapse in the opener, face a must-win scenario to keep their hopes alive in the tour.
Pitch Report
Historically, the Barabati Stadium in Orissa hasn’t been a high-scoring ground, with only six 300+ totals in 38 innings since 1982. However, recent trends suggests a shift: four of those 300+ scores are come in the last eight years, including India’s record 381/6 against England in 2017. The average first-innings score here is 226, but the last three ODIs saw teams breach 300, including India’s successful run chase of 316 against West Indies.
While seamers have taken more wickets (137) than spinners (88), the latter boast a better economy rate (4.74) and average (36) . The pitch is expected to offer variable bounce early on, aiding pacers, but spinners could dominate as the ball wears. With dew likely in the evening, teams winning the toss may prefer chasing a strategy that has yielded 12 wins out of 19 ODIs at this venue.
Weather Update : India vs England 2nd ODI Preview
Cuttack’s weather promises ideal conditions for cricket, with temperatures hovering in the low 20°C and minimal rain interference (7–10% chance). However, humidity levels around 86% and evening dew could challenge bowlers in the second innings.
Team News: Kohli’s Return?
India’s camp welcomes back Virat Kohli, who missed the first ODI due to a knee injury, bolstering an already formidable batting lineup featuring in-form stars like Shubhman Gill and Shreyas Iyer. England, meanwhile, will rely on skipper Jos Buttler and all-rounder Brydon Carse to counter India’s spin-heavy attack. Joe Root’s form remains a concern after a quiet series opener(India vs England 2nd ODI Preview).
Predicted Lineups
- India: Rohit Sharma (c), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh.
- England: Jos Buttler (c/wk), Phil Salt, Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Mark Wood.
Key Players to Watch
- Shubman Gill: Fresh off an 87-run knock in Nagpur, Gill’s ability to anchor the innings will be crucial.
- Ravindra Jadeja: His all-round prowess (6 wickets in the first ODI) could disrupt England’s middle order.
- Jos Buttler: England’s captain needs to lead from the front with both bat and tactical decisions.
- Brydon Carse: The seamer’s disciplined bowling and lower-order hitting make him a dual threat.
Conclusion : India vs England 2nd ODI Preview
With India unbeaten in Cuttack since 2003 and England desperate to avoid a series loss, this clash hinges on adaptability. While the pitch and dew factor favours chasing, India’s depth and home advantage give them an edge. Expect fireworks as both teams vie to dominate in what promises to be a high-octane encounter (India vs England 2nd ODI Preview).
Match Details:
- Date & Time: February 9, 2025 | 1:30 PM IST
- Venue: Barabati Stadium, Cuttack
- Live Streaming: Streaming on Hotstar and Star Sports Network.
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