Travis Head was all over the English in the first game. He gave a potential glimpse of what can happen again in an years time in the longer format. The first ODI was a rather comfortable one for Australia while it also allowed the likes of Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green with chances to get a hit. Labuschagne in particular was pretty good coming in at number five, keeping the scoreboard moving well. His bowling too was pretty good as Australia bowled 31 overs of spin. England too did well with the bat early on but their tendency to collapse came into play again as England looked set for 360+ at one stage. Their bowling looked a little rusty with Jofra Archer not settling into his rhythm in the longer white-ball format.

ENG vs AUS Match Details

Date: September 21st, 2024

Time: 5:00 AM IST

Venue: Headingley, Leeds

ENG vs AUS Weather Report

The weather looks good with a lot of sun through the day and minimal chances of rain.

ENG vs AUS Pitch Report

Headingley, like most grounds in England can be good to bat on. The pitch looks firm with true bounce and early movement. Batting first, putting runs on the board and batting the opposition out early will be a better choice.

ENG vs AUS Predicted Playing XI

AUS Playing XI

Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis/ Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Sean Abbott, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood

ENG Playing XI

Ben Duckett, Phil Salt, Will Jacks, Harry Brook, Jamie Smith, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid, Reece Topley

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ENG vs AUS Key Players

Liam Livingstone

Livingstone briefly faced the axe from ODIs with his numbers dwindling. With Jos Buttler out though, Livingstone has a chance of finding a second life in ODIs. He has the skillset for the game with flexibility in his batting and variety in his bowling but will be looking to ensure his potential converts to performances.

Marnus Labuschagne

Marnus Labuschagne was pretty good in the previous game, batting at a brisk strike rate. With time in the middle, Marnus Labuschagne has been enjoying the ODI format more and looks in really good touch.

ENG vs AUS Match Tips

Both sides are pretty evenly poised. England though may be a little short on experience and that could be where Australia will find themselves holding their nerve a touch better.

Match Prediction: Australia Will Win The Match