As the cricketing world eagerly awaits the second One-Day International (ODI) between England and New Zealand in their thrilling 4-match series, all eyes are on The Rose Bowl in Southampton. The series opener saw the Black Caps secure an emphatic 8-wicket win, giving them a 1-0 lead. The stakes are high, and this Sunday promises an exhilarating contest between two formidable teams.

New Zealand’s remarkable performance in the first ODI has put them in the driver’s seat. They’re determined to maintain their winning streak and assert their dominance in the series. The Black Caps are well aware of the challenge posed by the English side and are prepared to tackle it head-on.

On the flip side, England is resolute in their quest to bounce back from the opening match loss. With a talented and experienced squad, they possess the ability to turn the tide in their favor. Home advantage is expected to play a crucial role, and fans have high hopes for the English team to level the series.

Date and Time: September 10; 11:00 pm local | 10:00 am GMT | 03:30 pm IST

Venue: The Rose Bowl, Southampton

The Rose Bowl pitch is renowned for its consistent and even surface, offering batsmen a reliable bounce and minimal deviation. These conditions create an ideal backdrop for high-scoring encounters.

Wicketkeepers: Jos Buttler, Tom Latham

Batsmen: Ben Stokes, Joe Root, Glenn Phillips, Dawid Malan

All-rounders: Daryl Mitchell, Liam Livingstone, Rachin Ravindra

Bowlers: Tim Southee, Adil Rashid

1. Choice 1: Jos Buttler (c), Joe Root (vc)

2. Choice 2: Tom Latham (c), Glenn Phillips (vc)

Fantasy Backups:

Jonny Bairstow, Devon Conway, Chris Woakes, Lockie Ferguson