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India vs England 2nd ODI Live: Can India Chase Down 304?
Cricket fans witnessed a thrilling first innings as England posted a competitive total of 304 runs in the 2nd ODI against India at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. Despite an impressive bowling spell from Ravindra Jadeja (3/35 in 10 overs), England’s batters managed to put up a strong fight.
With India’s chase set to begin, Ben Duckett shared his thoughts at the innings break:
“I felt like it was a pretty good start. The ball was keeping low at times, and it’ll be interesting to see how the dew affects the second innings. Hopefully, the pitch gets worse and works in our favor.”
Will the pitch conditions favor England’s bowlers, or can India chase this formidable target?
England’s Batting Highlights: Top Performers
England’s batting lineup looked solid, with multiple contributions from key players:
🔹 Ben Duckett (65 off 56) – A Promising Start
Duckett, along with Phil Salt, provided England a strong opening partnership of 81 runs. His aggressive yet calculated approach put India on the back foot early.
🔹 Joe Root (69 off 72) – Stability in the Middle
Root played a classic ODI innings, anchoring England’s middle overs and ensuring the team stayed in control.
🔹 Liam Livingstone (41 off 32) – A Late Flourish
Livingstone added quick runs in the death overs, helping England cross the 300-run mark, which could prove to be a challenging total on this pitch.
India’s Bowling Attack: Jadeja Shines Again
Despite England’s strong total, India had moments of brilliance with the ball:
✅ Ravindra Jadeja’s Magic Spell (3/35 in 10 Overs)
Jadeja was India’s standout bowler, applying pressure in the middle overs and picking up crucial wickets, including Joe Root (69) and Jamie Overton (10).
✅ Mohammed Shami’s Late Strikes
Shami (1/45) delivered in the death overs, dismissing Gus Atkinson (7) and playing a key role in running out Mark Wood, restricting England from adding extra runs in the final overs.
✅ Hardik Pandya & Harshit Rana’s Mixed Performances
- Hardik Pandya (1/50) removed the dangerous Jos Buttler (34 off 35) with a smart slower ball.
- Harshit Rana (0/62) showed promise but conceded overthrows and was inconsistent in crucial moments.
India’s Chase: Will the Dew Play a Role?
With a target of 305, India’s batting lineup faces a critical challenge. Dew could play a major role in the second innings, potentially making batting easier but also affecting the bowlers’ grip.
Key Factors in India’s Chase:
✅ Virat Kohli Returns – Can he anchor the innings and lead India to victory?
✅ Rohit Sharma’s Start – A good powerplay is crucial.
✅ England’s Bowling Pressure – Will their spinners exploit the slowing pitch?
Stay tuned for live updates as India begins their chase!
Conclusion: India’s Batting Test Awaits
With 304 on the board, England has given themselves a strong chance. The second innings will determine whether India can outplay the conditions and their opponents to level the series.
💬 What do you think? Can India chase 305 successfully? Drop your predictions in the comments below!
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