NZ versus England – 2nd Men Cricketing One-Day International Match
Real-time Game Updates
The second one-day international between New Zealand and England has commenced in Hamilton. Below is a overview of the crucial developments from the contest.
Major Moments
- Fall of Wicket: Jamie Smith caught by Williamson off Foulkes 13 (England 29 for 2)
- Fall of Wicket: Ben Duckett taken by Latham from Duffy 1 (England 3 for 1)
- Coin Toss: New Zealand win the toss and opt to bowl initially
Match Report
New Zealand won the toss and decided to field initially. England began their batting with Jamie Smith and Ben Duckett at the crease.
Initial wickets left the English side on the back foot. Ben Duckett was dismissed early, taken by Latham off the bowler. Smith was next to go, caught by Williamson off Foulkes.
Root and Jacob Bethell subsequently stepped in to consolidate the batting effort. The batsman batted aggressively, striking fours and keeping the runs moving.
At the conclusion of the first ten overs, the English were at 49-2. The Kiwis kept control during the initial stages of the game.
Teams
England: J. Smith, B. Duckett, J. Root, Jacob Bethell, H. Brook (c), J. Buttler (wicketkeeper), Sam Curran, Jamie Overton, Brydon Carse, A. Rashid, J. Archer
NZ Team: W. Young, R. Ravindra, Kane Williamson, D. Mitchell, Tom Latham (wicketkeeper), Michael Bracewell, Mitchell Santner (c), N. Smith, Zakary Foulkes, B. Tickner, Jacob Duffy
This game looks set to be a exciting contest as both sides battle for victory in the 2nd one-day international.
