IND vs ENG 2nd ODI Prediction: Who will win? Know the pitch report, playing 11 of both the teams and accurate predictions

The second match of the three-match ODI series between India and England will be played on Thursday, July 16 at the Sophia Gardens ground in Cardiff. After registering a resounding win by 6 wickets in the first match played in Birmingham, the Indian team captained by Shubman Gill is ahead 1-0 in the series. Team India will now focus on winning the series in Cardiff itself.

On the other hand, Sophia Gardens ground in Cardiff has always been known for balanced and exciting ODI matches. In this do-or-die match, while the Indian team would like to maintain its dominance on the strength of its batsmen and all-rounders, the English team under the captaincy of Harry Brook will take the field with the intention of making a comeback at any cost to stay in the series.

Every important information related to the match (Match Details)

• Match: England vs India, 2nd ODI (India tour of England, 2026)
• Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026
• Time: 1:00 pm (local time) / 5:30 pm (Indian time)
• Ground: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
• Live Streaming: JioHotstar
• Live Telecast: Sony Sports Network

Pitch & Weather Report

There is always an equal battle between ball and bat on the pitch of Cardiff. However, the record of the teams batting later here has been very excellent. Out of 33 ODI matches played so far on this ground, the team chasing the target has won 21 times. In such a situation, the decision of bowling first is considered to be the right decision for the captain who wins the toss.

Talking about the weather, there is good news for cricket fans. There is no shadow of rain during the match. The temperature is expected to be between 27°C to 30°C. There will be good sunshine in the afternoon, while there may be light clouds in the evening. Amidst the cool and pleasant winds, the spectators will get to watch the entire match without any hindrance.

Head-to-Head Statistics: India has the upper hand (Head-to-Head Record)

In the history of ODI cricket, Team India has always had the upper hand over England. Both the teams have come face to face 111 times so far, in which India has won 62 matches, while England has won 44 matches. Apart from these, 2 matches were tied and no result could be achieved in 3 matches.

The interesting thing is that India’s recent record even on English soil has been excellent. Team India has won 8 of its last 13 ODI matches played in England, which includes 6 consecutive wins. This excellent record is enough to double the morale of Shubman Gill’s army in Cardiff.

Probable playing XI of both the teams

England: Ben Duckett, Will Jacques, Joe Root, Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler (wk), Jacob Bethel, Liam Dawson, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Josh Tongue.

India: Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill (captain), Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wicketkeeper), Axar Patel, Washington Sundar, Shivam Dubey, Gurnoor Brar, Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna.

Toss & Score Prediction

Toss Prediction: Considering the chasing history of Sophia Gardens, the toss is going to be very important. Fast bowlers may get some help in the beginning, but as the game progresses, batting will become easier. Therefore, whichever captain wins the toss, he will prefer to bowl first.

Score Prediction:

• If England bat first: 285-300 runs
• If India bats first: 290-310 runs

All eyes will be on these players (Key Players to Watch)

Joe Root (England): Root has shown signs of being in form by playing an unbeaten inning of 76 runs in the first ODI. The responsibility of handling England’s batting and playing the anchor role will once again be on the shoulders of this experienced player.

Liam Dawson (England): Dawson took charge of the team by scoring a brilliant half-century in times of crisis in Birmingham. He can create problems for India not only with the bat but also with his tight spin bowling.

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