New Zealand versus the English – 2nd Men Cricket One-Day International Fixture
Live Match Coverage
This 2nd ODI between the Kiwis and England is underway in Hamilton. Below is a summary of the key events from the encounter.
Major Highlights
- WICKET: Jamie Smith caught by Williamson off Foulkes thirteen (England 29 for 2)
- WICKET: B. Duckett taken by Latham from Duffy 1 (England 3-1)
- Toss: New Zealand won the toss and choose to bowl first
Game Report
The Kiwis claimed the coin toss and chose to bowl first. The English began their batting with Jamie Smith and Ben Duckett at the crease.
Initial dismissals left England in a tough spot. Ben Duckett was dismissed early, caught by Latham off the bowler. Jamie Smith was next to go, taken by the fielder off Foulkes.
Root and Bethell subsequently came to the crease to stabilize the innings. Root played positively, hitting fours and keeping the runs ticking.
By the end of the PowerPlay, England stood at 49-2. The Kiwis maintained command throughout the initial stages of the game.
Teams
England: J. Smith, B. Duckett, J. Root, J. Bethell, Harry Brook (captain), J. Buttler (wicketkeeper), S. Curran, J. Overton, B. Carse, A. Rashid, Jofra Archer
NZ Team: Will Young, R. Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Michael Bracewell, M. Santner (captain), N. Smith, Zakary Foulkes, B. Tickner, Jacob Duffy
The game looks set to be a exciting contest as both teams battle for victory in the second one-day international.
