NZ v the English – Second Men’s Cricket One-Day International Game

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This 2nd ODI between the Kiwis and England has commenced in Hamilton. Here you'll find a summary of the major developments from the match.

Key Events

• Fall of Wicket: Jamie Smith taken by Williamson from Foulkes thirteen (England 29 for 2)
• WICKET: B. Duckett caught by Latham off Duffy one (England 3-1)
• Toss: NZ won the toss and choose to bowl initially

Game Overview

The Kiwis won the coin toss and decided to field initially. The English started their batting with J. Smith and B. Duckett opening.

Early dismissals left England in a tough spot. Ben Duckett fell quickly, caught by Latham off the bowler. Smith was next to go, caught by Williamson off the bowler.

Root and Jacob Bethell then stepped in to rebuild the innings. Root batted positively, striking fours and maintaining the scoreboard moving.

By the conclusion of the PowerPlay, England stood at 49-2. New Zealand kept command during the initial stages of the game.

Squads

English Team: Jamie Smith, B. Duckett, Joe Root, Jacob Bethell, H. Brook (captain), J. Buttler (wicketkeeper), S. Curran, J. Overton, B. Carse, A. Rashid, J. Archer

NZ Team: W. Young, Rachin Ravindra, K. Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Michael Bracewell, M. Santner (captain), Nathan Smith, Zakary Foulkes, Blair Tickner, Jacob Duffy

This match looks set to be a exciting contest as both teams compete for a win in the 2nd ODI.