Predicting England’s Playing XI for their 2nd ODI vs West Indies

The England cricket team is all set to lock horns against the West Indies in the second ODI of the three-match series slated to take place on June 1 at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff, Wales. The hosts have already won the series opener and aim to win this clash to seal the series.

The Three Lions, under Harry Brook’s era, are up and running with a series-opening win against the West Indies at Edgbaston. The side was dominant from the outset and aims to continue their stellar run heading into this game. Given below is the probable playing XI of England for their second ODI against the Windies.

Openers: Jamie Smith and Ben Duckett

The two opening batters will be looking to give the team a great start. Smith has made 37, while Duckett has hammered 60 in the series-opening game. The duo aims to provide a great start to their side in the power plays. This great start can help them build a solid foundation.

Batters: Joe Root, Harry Brook, Jos Buttler, Jacob Bethell

England star batter Joe Root is one of the players to watch out for in this game. The stylish right-handed batter has been in red-hot form and showcasing his performance on another level. Skipper Brook made 58 runs in the last game, and he will be aiming to continue his form in this game. Skipper Buttler departed for just 37 runs, but is still one of the best English batters from the side. Bethell was the highest run scorer in the last game, having made 82 off 53 in the previous game.

All-rounders: Will Jacks, Jamie Overton

Will Jacks and Overton are set to bat at the lower middle portion of the game. The duo will be giving their performance with both the bat and the ball in this game. The duo can be a game-changer in this game.

Bowlers: Brydon Carse, Adil Rashid, Saqib Mahmood

Mahmood was one of the best bowlers in the last game, having picked up three wickets, while Rashid and Carse picked up two and one wicket, respectively. They will be looking to dominate WI batters once again.

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