New Zealand against the English – Second Men Cricket One-Day International Fixture
Live Match Commentary
The 2nd ODI featuring the Kiwis and England has commenced in Hamilton. Below you'll find a overview of the major developments from the match.
Important Moments
- WICKET: J. Smith c Williamson b Foulkes 13 (England 29 for 2)
- Fall of Wicket: B. Duckett caught by Latham off Duffy one (England 3 for 1)
- Toss: New Zealand won the toss and opt to bowl first
Game Overview
The Kiwis won the toss and elected to bowl initially. The English began their batting with Jamie Smith and Ben Duckett opening.
Early dismissals left the English side in a tough spot. Ben Duckett fell early, taken by Latham off the bowler. Smith was next to go, caught by Williamson off Foulkes.
Root and Bethell subsequently stepped in to consolidate the innings. Root played positively, hitting boundaries and maintaining the runs ticking.
At the end of the first ten overs, the English stood at 49 for 2. The Kiwis kept control throughout the early phase of the game.
Squads
England: J. Smith, B. Duckett, J. Root, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (c), Jos Buttler (wicketkeeper), Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, A. Rashid, Jofra Archer
New Zealand: W. Young, R. Ravindra, K. Williamson, D. Mitchell, T. Latham (wicketkeeper), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), Nathan Smith, Zakary Foulkes, B. Tickner, Jacob Duffy
This game promises to be a exciting contest as both sides battle for a win in the 2nd one-day international.