India vs England 2nd ODI Live Score: Epic Chase or Collapse?

India vs England, 2nd ODI—Live Cricket Score & Match Updates 

The highly anticipated second ODI of the England tour of India 2025 is underway at the iconic Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. With the series at a crucial stage, both teams are eager to gain an advantage. Stay updated with live scores, key moments, and expert analysis as this thrilling encounter unfolds.

Live Score & Match Overview

England: 304 all out (49.5 overs)
India: 50/0 (6.2 overs) | Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill at the crease
India needs 280 more runs to win

Check the live score on Cricbuzz.com for more details.

Key Highlights

✅ Joe Root’s steady 69 off 72 balls helped England post a competitive total.
✅ Ravindra Jadeja and Varun Chakravarthy starred with the ball for India.
✅ Rohit Sharma’s aggressive start has given India early momentum.

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First Innings Recap: England’s Batting Performance

Opting to bat first, England got off to a solid start with Philip Salt (26) and Ben Duckett (65) building a strong opening partnership. However, the standout contributions came from Joe Root (69) and Liam Livingstone (41), ensuring England crossed the 300-run mark. A late collapse prevented a bigger total.

Top Performers—England’s Batting

🏏 Joe Root—69 (72)
🏏 Ben Duckett—65 (56)
🏏 Liam Livingstone—41 (32)

Best Bowlers—India

🎯 Ravindra Jadeja—3/53 (10 overs)
🎯 Varun Chakravarthy—2/54 (10 overs)
🎯 Hardik Pandya—1/53 (7 overs)

India’s Chase: Openers Off to a Confident Start

India started aggressively, with Rohit Sharma (20 off 13) attacking the bowlers early on, while Shubman Gill (4 off 6) played a supporting role. With Virat Kohli, KL Rahul, and Hardik Pandya yet to bat, India looks well-positioned to chase down the target.

Live Scorecard (After 3 Overs)

Turning Points to Watch Out For

🔹 Virat Kohli’s impact—Can he anchor the chase?
🔹 England’s bowling attack—Can they break the partnership early?
🔹 Middle-over pressure—How will India counter Adil Rashid’s spin?

Expert Analysis & Prediction

With a strong batting lineup and a manageable required run rate, India appears well on track for victory. However, England’s experienced bowlers, including Mark Wood and Adil Rashid, could turn the game around. If India manages wickets sensibly, they are the favorites to win.

FAQs

🔹 Who won the toss in the India vs. England 2nd ODI?
➡️ England won the toss and opted to bat first.

🔹 Who was England’s top scorer?
➡️ Joe Root top-scored with 69 runs off 72 balls.

🔹 How many wickets did Ravindra Jadeja take?
➡️ Jadeja claimed 3 wickets for 53 runs in 10 overs.

🔹What is India’s required run rate to win?
➡️India needs 5.98 runs per over to chase down the target.

Conclusion

With a strong start and a deep batting lineup, India is in a commanding position to chase England’s 304-run target. Can England strike back with quick wickets, or will India cruise to victory? Stay tuned for live updates, post-match analysis, and expert opinions!