India enter this fixture as narrow favourites with a 51% win probability, and the evidence from the 1st ODI backs that assessment up. At Birmingham, the visitors dismantled England by six wickets, Axar Patel producing a stunning all-round display of 57* and 4/62 to seal a comfortable win with 28 balls to spare. In this ENG vs IND match prediction, we break down the playing XI, pitch and weather reports, toss analysis, fantasy cricket tips, and everything else you need to pick your side before the 2nd ODI at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff.
England vs India Match Details
Match | England vs India | 2nd ODI | India Tour of England 2026 |
Date | 16/07/2026 (Thursday) |
Time | BDT 6:00 PM / PKT 5:00 PM / INR 5:30 PM |
Format | ODI |
Venue | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff |
Recent Performance | England – L L W W L, India – L W W W W |
ENG vs IND India Tour of England 2026: Live Streaming & Broadcast Info
The 2nd ODI is available across a range of platforms depending on your region check your local broadcaster for confirmation of start times.
- Pakistan: tapmad
- India: Sony Sports Network (TV), JioHotstar / Sony LIV (App & Website)
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports Cricket, Sky Go
- USA & Canada: Willow TV, Cricbuzz
- Australia & New Zealand: Fox Sports, Foxtel Now (Australia) / Sky Sport (New Zealand)
- Sri Lanka: PEOTV
- MENA: Cricbuzz
- Worldwide: Matches available via Sports Live Hub for global streaming access across regions.
Broadcast details may vary by region.
England vs India Toss Prediction
England are predicted to win the toss and elect to bat first at Sophia Gardens. Cardiff pitches tend to offer assistance to seamers in the early overs, but that advantage fades as the innings deepens. With dew likely under the evening floodlights, batting first gives England the chance to post a total on a dry surface while their bowlers can exploit a harder, drier ball during the PowerPlay.
Sophia Gardens Pitch Report
Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
Sophia Gardens typically produces a well-balanced surface that rewards both disciplined batting and patient bowling in the opening exchanges. There is good carry for seamers early on, but the pitch tends to flatten out considerably from the 20th over onwards, making the back end of the innings highly scoring-friendly. In this ODI clash, both teams will be targeting totals in the 265–285 range, and the side that adapts quickest to the surface’s two phases will hold the advantage.
Weather Report
Cardiff in mid-July is mild, with temperatures expected to sit around 18–22°C on match day. Overcast conditions are not uncommon in Wales, though the current forecast suggests play should proceed without major interruption. Evening dew could be a factor later in the second innings, potentially affecting grip for spin bowlers and making run-chasing marginally easier, something India’s batting lineup will be very aware of heading into this fixture.
ENG vs IND Head-to-Head Records
Matches Played | 111 |
ENG Won | 44 |
IND Won | 62 |
Tied | 2 |
No Result | 3 |
First-ever Fixture | July 13, 1974 |
Most-recent Fixture | July 14, 2026 |
England vs India Team Preview & Squads
England
Harry Brook captains an England side desperately searching for answers after a comprehensive defeat in Birmingham. Brook’s leadership, both at the toss and with his bowling rotations in the middle overs, will define how England recover. He must galvanise a batting lineup that will need to post a substantial total if they are to trouble an India side brimming with confidence.
Ben Duckett provides England with the explosiveness at the top of the order to punish any loose deliveries in the PowerPlay. Joe Root, the predicted top run-scorer for the hosts, brings touch and composure to the middle order, and England will need a big performance from him at Sophia Gardens. Jacob Bethell’s emergence adds an exciting dimension to the batting while Jos Buttler’s experience acts as a calming presence lower down.
Adil Rashid is England’s most threatening spin option and will look to exploit any lateral movement on offer at Cardiff. Jofra Archer, ENG’s predicted top wicket-taker, spearheads the pace attack alongside Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse. Sam Curran adds genuine all-round balance in this ENG vs IND preview, contributing both economical overs and handy lower-order runs to keep England competitive through all phases.
England Squad:
England
Harry Brook, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Tom Banton, Jacob Bethell, Jos Buttler, Brydon Carse, James Coles, Sam Curran, Liam Dawson, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Saqib Mahmood, Adil Rashid, Rehan Ahmed, Joe Root, Josh Tongue
India
Shubman Gill’s captaincy has been a quiet revelation on this tour. His clinical management of resources, rotating Axar Patel through both departments, keeping Bumrah fresh for decisive spells, underlined India’s tactical maturity in the 1st ODI. Four wins from their last five ODIs underline that this is a side playing with full confidence, and Gill will be looking to wrap up the series at Cardiff.
Virat Kohli, India’s predicted top run-scorer and Player of the Match, arrives at Cardiff in ominous form and will be the central figure in any successful chase or first-innings push. Rohit Sharma’s experience at the top of the order alongside the elegance of KL Rahul and the power of Shreyas Iyer give India a batting depth that England cannot afford to bowl loose at.
Jasprit Bumrah is the standout name in India’s bowling attack and the predicted top wicket-taker for this fixture, his ability to generate unplayable deliveries at any stage of the innings makes him a constant threat. Axar Patel’s Birmingham heroics have reminded everyone of his all-round ceiling, while Kuldeep Yadav’s wrist spin and Arshdeep Singh’s left-arm angle make this a multi-dimensional attack that England will find hard to navigate.
India Squad:
India
Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Shivam Dube, Gurnoor Brar, Ishan Kishan, Virat Kohli, Kuldeep Yadav, Axar Patel, Prasidh Krishna, Prince Yadav, KL Rahul, Rohit Sharma, Washington Sundar
ENG vs IND Prediction
Event | England | India |
Toss Winner | England | – |
Player of the Match | – | Virat Kohli |
Top Run Scorer | Joe Root | Virat Kohli |
Top Wicket Taker | Jofra Archer | Jasprit Bumrah |
Most Sixes | Joe Root | Virat Kohli |
Predicted Score | 270+ | 280+ |
Win Probability | 49% | 51% |
England vs India Winning Prediction
India are favoured to clinch the 2nd ODI and move to a commanding 2–0 series lead, backed by a 51% win probability and the kind of form and momentum that England simply cannot match right now. Bumrah and Axar Patel form a bowling partnership that looks capable of dismantling any lineup, and with Virat Kohli in the mix for the chase, most totals feel surmountable. England will need a Joe Root masterclass and an early Jofra Archer breakthrough to have any chance of levelling the series. Can Brook’s side find the response Cardiff deserves, or will India seal it in style? Have your say, and follow JeetBuzz for live updates, in-depth stats, and expert analysis for every match of this series.
FAQ: India Tour of England 2026 | 2nd ODI
Q1: What time does the England vs India 2nd ODI start in IST?
The 2nd ODI at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff begins at 5:30 PM IST on July 16, 2026.
Q2: Where can I watch the England vs India 2nd ODI live in India?
The match is available to stream live on Sports Live Hub (SLH).
Q3: Who is the predicted Player of the Match for the 2nd ODI?
Virat Kohli is predicted to be the Player of the Match for India in the 2nd ODI at Cardiff.