New Zealand versus England – Second Men Cricket ODI Fixture
Real-time Match Commentary
The second ODI featuring the Kiwis and the English side has commenced in Hamilton. Here you'll find a overview of the major developments from the match.
Important Events
- WICKET: Jamie Smith c Williamson b Foulkes thirteen (England 29 for 2)
- Dismissal: Ben Duckett caught by Latham off Duffy one (England 3-1)
- Coin Toss: New Zealand won the coin toss and opt to field initially
Game Report
The Kiwis claimed the coin toss and chose to bowl first. England began their batting with Jamie Smith and Ben Duckett opening.
Early dismissals left England in a tough spot. Duckett fell early, caught by the wicketkeeper off the bowler. Jamie Smith was next to go, caught by Williamson off the bowler.
Joe Root and Bethell then came to the crease to consolidate the innings. Root batted positively, striking fours and maintaining the scoreboard ticking.
By the end of the first ten overs, the English stood at 49-2. New Zealand maintained control throughout the early stages of the game.
Line-ups
English Team: Jamie Smith, B. Duckett, J. Root, Jacob Bethell, Harry Brook (captain), Jos Buttler (wk), S. Curran, Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer
NZ Team: W. Young, R. Ravindra, K. Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, T. Latham (wk), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), N. Smith, Z. Foulkes, Blair Tickner, Jacob Duffy
The game looks set to be a thrilling encounter as both sides battle for a win in the second ODI.
