Cricketing action shifts to Seddon Park, Hamilton as New Zealand take on England in the second ODI Three match series on Wednesday.
New Zealand currently lead 1-0 from a dominant four-wicket win in the opening contest. The pressure is mounting on England to deliver a win and keep the series level before the relegation.
NZ vs Eng Series Update: What happened in the 1st Odi?
Series opener Dram went to Dram at Mt Maunganui. England’s top order, but a century ahead of the captain Harry Brook (135) 223 targets and completed their shots. But New Zealand’s chase was clinical. Despite an early scare from Brydon Carse, a fantastic partnership between Daryl Mitchell (78 not out) and Michael Bracewell (51) steered the Black Caps to a comfortable win with 13.2 overs to spare.
The Kiwi bowlers, especially Zakary Foulkes and Matt Henry, were instrumental in restricting the visitors. Can England’s batting unit rise to the challenge for the second Odi or can the New Zealand side seal a series win at home?
NZ vs Eng, 2nd ODI: Match details
- Date and time: October 29, 06:30 AM, AM / 01:00 AM GMT / 02:00 PM Local
- Location: Seddon Park, Hamilton
NZ vs Eng, head-to-head record in ODIS
Matches played: 97 | New Zealand won: 46 | England won: 44 | Closed / no result: 7
A report on the Seddon Park Pitch
Early on, fast bowlers can be expected to dominate at Seddon Park. The surface in this space provides early swing and seam movement, giving teams a chance to strike first. But the playing field is quickly leveling. As the ball ages, bogs make life easier with a surface that offers real bounce and good pace – perfect conditions for stroke play.
Spinners will have a tough time needing smart change to make an impact. Average first innings score here in recent ODIS, around 271, generally pushing 290-300 with competitive score.
But the chasing teams have a distinct advantage at Seddon Park. The wicket often plays better under lights and the dew factor can help the second side sink the side. The winning captain will likely choose to bat first, aiming to exploit early action and cash later in the day.
Teams
New Zealand: Mitchell Santher (C), Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Devon Conway, Jacob Duffy, Zak Foulkes, Matt Henry, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Rachin Ravindra, Nathan Smith, Kane Williamson, will be young
England: Harry Brook (C), Jos Butler (WK), Jamie Smith (WK), Tom Banton, Zak Crawley, Joe Carson, Liam Dawd, Adil Rashid, Jofra Archer, Sonny Baker, Luke Wood, Jamie Woodton
Read: Harry Brook creates history with record-breaking century against New Zealand in England’s 1st ODI
NZ vs Eng today match prediction
Case 1:
- New Zealand wins the toss first and bowls
- England’s PowerPlay score: 80-90
- England’s total: 330-340
Case 2:
- England win the toss and bowl first
- New Zealand’s PowerPlay score: 70-80
- New Zealand’s total: 300-310
Match Result: England to win the competition.
