New Zealand against the English – Second Men Cricketing One-Day International Fixture
Live Game Commentary
This 2nd ODI featuring the Kiwis and the English side has commenced in Hamilton. Here you'll find a rundown of the crucial developments from the match.
Key Moments
- WICKET: J. Smith taken by Williamson from Foulkes thirteen (the English 29 for 2)
- Dismissal: B. Duckett caught by Latham off Duffy 1 (the English 3-1)
- Coin Toss: New Zealand won the coin toss and decide to bowl first
Match Overview
New Zealand won the coin toss and chose to field initially. The English started their innings with J. Smith and Ben Duckett opening.
Initial wickets put the English side in a tough spot. Duckett fell early, caught by Latham off the bowler. Jamie Smith followed, taken by the fielder off Foulkes.
Joe Root and Jacob Bethell then came to the crease to consolidate the batting effort. The batsman played positively, striking fours and keeping the runs ticking.
At the conclusion of the first ten overs, England stood at 49 for 2. The Kiwis maintained control throughout the early phase of the game.
Teams
English Team: Jamie Smith, Ben Duckett, J. Root, J. Bethell, H. Brook (captain), Jos Buttler (wk), Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, B. Carse, A. Rashid, Jofra Archer
NZ Team: Will Young, R. Ravindra, K. Williamson, D. Mitchell, Tom Latham (wk), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (captain), N. Smith, Z. Foulkes, Blair Tickner, Jacob Duffy
The game promises to be a exciting encounter as both sides compete for victory in the 2nd ODI.
