Match Details
Date: February 2- 6, 2024
Time: 9:30 am IST
Venue: Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium, Visakhapatnam
Follow: IND vs ENG 2nd Test Live Score | Cricket Match Prediction
Match Preview
After an enthralling opening encounter, both teams travel toward India’s south-eastern coast for the second Test in Vizag. England shocked the world as they pulled off a stunning comeback win on the back of Ollie Pope’s 196 and Tom Hartley’s resilient 7-62 in the second innings. As far as India is concerned, the hosts seemingly lost their grip on the contest on the back of a defensive approach and complacent decision-making.
Toss Prediction:
England has a better chance to win the toss as they have won more tosses so far in recent Test matches in comparison to India.
Win Possibility:
Despite the opening Test loss, Team India still enters Vizag as the favourites to win the second fixture on the back of experience and quality of players. But England wouldn’t hold back as their play style allows them to swiftly counter-attack in tough situations. For India, the team needs to go in with an aggressive approach and take proactive decisions to hold on to the advantage and level the series.
Predicted and Average first innings total:
The Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium in Vizag has always had incredible batting-friendly wickets and has supported chasing teams. The average 1st innings score is 479 in Test matches. The expected first innings score could range between 350-400.
Betting Odds:
India | England | |
Winner of the match | 1.44 | 2.65 |
Team to win the toss | 1.90 | 1.90 |
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