India vs England 2nd ODI LIVE: 5:30 PM IST Start Time, Where To Watch, Cardiff Weather, Pitch Report & Can India Seal The Series?

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By Sam Khan | SparkChronicle.com

BIG UPDATE: India vs England 2nd ODI LIVE: Time, Live Streaming, Pitch Report, Weather & Match Prediction

CRICKET : India take on England in the 2nd ODI at Cardiff on July 16. Check match timing, live streaming, TV channels, pitch report, weather forecast, playing conditions, favourites, key players and everything you need to know.

India Eye ODI Series Win After Dominant Performance In First Match

After suffering a disappointing 4-0 defeat in the T20I series, Team India responded in the perfect fashion by defeating England by six wickets in the opening ODI at Edgbaston.

Now, Shubman Gill’s men head to Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, with one clear objective—win the second ODI and clinch the three-match series.

England, meanwhile, have no room for error. Another defeat would hand India the series and increase pressure on Harry Brook’s side ahead of the final ODI at Lord’s.

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India vs England 2nd ODI: Match Details

Series: India Tour of England 2026

Match: 2nd ODI

Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026

Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Wales

Toss: 5:00 PM IST

Match Starts: 5:30 PM IST (1:00 PM Local Time)

Where To Watch India vs England 2nd ODI

India

TV Broadcast

Sony Sports Network

Live Streaming

JioHotstar

International Broadcasters

United Kingdom

Sky Sports Cricket
Sky Sports Main Event

USA & Canada

Willow TV

Australia

Fox Cricket
Kayo Sports

New Zealand

Sky Sport NZ

South Africa

SuperSport

UAE & Middle East

CricLife Max
STARSPLAY

Rest of the World

ICC.tv (selected regions)

Cardiff Weather Report

The weather forecast suggests typical British summer conditions.

Mostly cloudy skies
Pleasant temperatures around 20°C
Small chance of brief showers
Light breeze throughout the afternoon

While a passing shower cannot be ruled out, current forecasts indicate that a full 50-over contest is likely.

Sophia Gardens Pitch Report

Sophia Gardens has traditionally offered something for everyone.

For Fast Bowlers

Cloudy conditions usually help swing bowlers during the first 10 overs. Seam movement is expected with the new ball.

For Batters

Once set, batters can play through the line confidently. The outfield is quick, rewarding good timing.

For Spinners

As the match progresses, the surface generally slows down, allowing spinners to control the middle overs.

Average First Innings Score

Around 260-280 is considered a competitive total in ODI cricket at Cardiff.

Captains winning the toss may prefer to bowl first if overcast conditions persist.

How India Won The First ODI

The opening ODI was a story of two collapses—but only one team recovered.

England raced to 61 without loss, looking set for a massive total.

Then India’s bowlers changed everything.

The hosts lost five wickets for just 19 runs, collapsing to 80/5 before Joe Root and Liam Dawson rescued the innings with a century partnership.

England eventually posted 258 all out, but it never looked enough against India’s confident batting line-up.

Shubman Gill Led From The Front

Captain Shubman Gill continued his superb form.

The stylish opener scored a fluent 80, dominating England’s pace attack before retiring hurt due to cramps.

His innings gave India complete control of the chase and once again highlighted why he has become one of the world’s most dependable ODI batters.

Axar Patel Produced A Match-Winning All-Round Performance

If one player completely changed the game, it was Axar Patel.

He dismantled England’s batting with 4 wickets, then returned to score an unbeaten 57, guiding India through the tricky middle overs.

It was one of the finest all-round performances of his ODI career and deservedly earned him the Player of the Match award.

Washington Sundar Finished The Chase In Style

Washington Sundar showed remarkable composure under pressure.

His unbeaten 52 ensured India never lost control of the chase, and he sealed the victory with a towering six.

The unbeaten century partnership between Axar Patel and Washington Sundar underlined India’s batting depth.

Who Are The Favourites?

India start as clear favourites.

Here’s why:

Leading the series 1-0.
Confidence restored after the T20I disappointment.
Shubman Gill is in outstanding form.
Axar Patel is contributing with both bat and ball.
Washington Sundar has strengthened the middle order.
Jasprit Bumrah and Kuldeep Yadav provide a world-class bowling attack.

England still possess match-winners like Joe Root, Ben Duckett, Jofra Archer and Jos Buttler, but another batting collapse could prove costly.

On current form, India have the momentum and appear to be the stronger all-round side heading into Cardiff.

Players To Watch

India

Shubman Gill
Rohit Sharma
Virat Kohli
Axar Patel
Washington Sundar
Jasprit Bumrah

England

Joe Root
Harry Brook
Ben Duckett
Jos Buttler
Jofra Archer
Adil Rashid

Match Prediction

England are dangerous at home and cannot be underestimated, especially in conditions that favour swing bowling.

However, India looked more balanced in every department during the first ODI.

If Gill provides another solid start and India’s all-rounders continue their excellent form, the visitors have a strong chance of winning the second ODI and sealing the series with one match still to play.

SparkChronicle Prediction

India 65% – England 35%

Final Thoughts

The second ODI promises to be the biggest match of the series.

For India, victory means another ODI series triumph away from home and confirmation that the team has recovered strongly after a disappointing T20I campaign.

For England, it is virtually a knockout game.

With world-class players on both sides and Cardiff expected to provide an excellent cricketing surface, fans can look forward to another thrilling contest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time does India vs England 2nd ODI start?

The match begins at 5:30 PM IST (1:00 PM local time), with the toss at 5:00 PM IST.

Where can I watch the match live in India?

The match will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Network and streamed on JioHotstar.

Where is the second ODI being played?

The match will be played at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, Wales.

Who won the first ODI?

India defeated England by six wickets to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match ODI series.

Who are the favourites to win?

Based on current form and their dominant performance in the series opener, India enter the second ODI as favourites, although England remain a dangerous side at home.