Australia, led by Mitchell Marsh, will take on England, led by Harry Brook, in the second ODI at Adelaide Oval on Sunday, November 15, with a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. Mitchell Marsh's side will look to seal the series with another victory, while Harry Brook's team must win to force a decider.
England need a much-improved batting performance after their collapse in Perth. They were bowled out for just 131 runs, their lowest ODI total against Australia since the 2015 World Cup, and lost the opener by seven wickets. The home team chased down the target in just 23.3 overs.
Australia have won seven of their last nine bilateral ODI series against England and nine of their last 10 home ODI series since 2018-19. England, meanwhile, have lost 13 of their 18 ODIs at Adelaide Oval, including seven of nine against Australia. Their last win at the venue came in 2011.
AUS vs ENG Match Preview and Recent Form
Australia's inexperienced pace attack made an immediate impact in Perth despite the absence of Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood. Debutant Mahli Beardman claimed 6/24 in 7.4 overs, recording the fourth-best ODI figures by an Australian. Spencer Johnson took 3 wickets for 42 runs.
Mitchell Marsh scored an aggressive 50 off 30 balls, hitting four fours and four sixes. Australia reached the target in 23.3 overs, with Cooper Connolly (27), Josh Inglis (23*) and Matthew Renshaw (26*) steadying the innings after Travis Head fell for a first-ball duck.
England struggled against Australia's pace and the extra bounce at Optus Stadium. Eight of their batters were caught from behind the wicket to backward point. Ben Duckett, England's leading ODI run-scorer in 2026 with 737 runs, managed just nine, while Joe Root scored 17 off 36 deliveries.
England's middle order also failed to provide resistance. Harry Brook, Jordan Cox and Sam Curran managed only three runs combined, the lowest total by England's Nos. 4-6 in an ODI. Will Jacks scored 25, while Gus Atkinson top-scored with an unbeaten 29 off 32 balls.
After scoring 496 runs across six ODI innings earlier this year, including four consecutive unbeaten scores, Root has managed 201 runs in his last seven innings at an average of 28.71. His ODI average of 27.85 against Australia is his lowest against any opponent he has faced more than three times.
AUS vs ENG Live Streaming, Live Telecast: Where to Watch 2nd ODI?
Cricket fans in India can watch the Australia vs England 2nd ODI live on FanCode, which will stream the match on its app and website. Viewers will also be able to watch the live television broadcast on the Eurosport channel.
AUS vs ENG Pitch Report: How Will Adelaide Oval Play?
Adelaide Oval usually offers a balanced surface that provides opportunities for both batters and bowlers. The average first-innings ODI score at the venue is 225.
The venue has hosted 88 men's ODIs, with teams winning 46 times while batting first and 40 times while chasing. The captain winning the toss is likely to bat first and aim for a competitive total rather than chase under lights in potentially cool conditions.
AUS vs ENG ODI Stats at Adelaide Oval
Total matches: 88
Matches won batting first: 46
Matches won chasing: 40
Tied/no result: 2
Average first-innings score: 225
Average second-innings score: 198
Highest team total: 369/7 – Australia vs Pakistan
Lowest team total: 70 – Australia vs New Zealand
Highest successful chase: 303/9 – Sri Lanka vs England
Lowest total defended: 140 – Pakistan vs West Indies
Highest individual score: 179 – David Warner
Best bowling figures: 5/16 – Carl Rackemann
AUS vs ENG Weather Forecast & Rain Threat at Adelaide Oval
Adelaide is expected to have partly cloudy and cool conditions during the second ODI, with a chance of showers in the morning and afternoon. The temperature is forecast to range between 17°C and 12°C.
The afternoon shower risk could affect play. The Bureau of Meteorology has forecast a 60% chance of rain, with possible rainfall of 0–2 mm. However, the forecast suggests that any showers are likely to be light rather than persistent. Conditions are expected to become chilly later in the day.
AUS vs ENG Team News & Squad Updates
Australia have added Tasmanian fast bowler Riley Meredith to the squad as part of a pre-planned rotation. However, they could retain their winning combination from the opening ODI. Cameron Green did not bowl in Perth as he manages a shoulder complaint.
England will look to make changes after their heavy defeat in Perth. With Jacob Bethell having returned home injured, uncapped all-rounder James Coles is their only reserve batting option. The main selection question is whether England bring specialist spinner Adil Rashid into the XI in place of Liam Dawson.
AUS vs ENG Predicted Playing 11 Today
Australia Predicted Playing XI: Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (c), Cooper Connolly, Josh Inglis (wk), Matthew Renshaw, Cameron Green, Jack Edwards, Xavier Bartlett, Spencer Johnson, Mahli Beardman, Adam Zampa.
England Predicted Playing XI: Ben Duckett, Tom Banton, Joe Root, Harry Brook (c), Jordan Cox (wk), Sam Curran, Will Jacks, Jamie Overton, Adil Rashid, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer.
AUS vs ENG Key Player Battles to Watch
Travis Head vs Gus Atkinson
Gus Atkinson dismissed Travis Head for a golden duck in Perth. Head will look to make an impact in the powerplay. Atkinson, meanwhile, will aim to use any early movement and target the Australian opener again.
Mitchell Marsh vs Jofra Archer
Mitchell Marsh attacked England's pace bowlers in the opening ODI, scoring 50 off just 30 balls. Archer's pace and short-pitched deliveries could test the Australian captain.
Joe Root vs Adam Zampa
Joe Root has struggled against Australia in ODIs. Adam Zampa, who has taken 11 wickets in his last four ODIs against England, will look to trouble Root with his variations during the middle overs.
AUS vs ENG Key Players to Watch
Australia: Mahli Beardman, Mitchell Marsh and Spencer Johnson.
England: Joe Root, Ben Duckett and Jofra Archer.
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