Australia will lock horns with England in the second ODI of the three-match series at the Sydney Cricket Ground with the series on line for the visitors. The first ODI proved to be a one-sided affair with the home side dictating proceedings for most of the game. England did show some fight with Dawid Malan’s century, however, they had to play catch up for most part in the game.Australia will be worried about Marnus Labuschagne missing out on another good chance to seal his spot while the rest of the players were on the money throughout. As far as England are concerned, the likes of Moeen Ali and Sam Curran are likely to come back into the playing XI and their absence proved to be a giant hole.AUS vs ENG Match DetailsAustralia vs England, 2nd ODI, Australia vs England 2022Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground, SydneyDate and Time: November 19, 8:50 AM ISTTelecast & Live Streaming: Sony Sports Network & SonyLivAUS vs ENG Pitch ReportThe Sydney pitch has been usually a good wicket to bat on and the spinners are likely to get some purchase from the wicket. It will be tough work for the second batting side unless they can keep the opponents to a low score and the skipper winning the toss will be looking to bat first.AUS vs ENG Probable Playing XIsAustraliaTravis Head, David Warner, Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Marcus Stoinis, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wk), Ashton Agar, Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Adam ZampaEnglandJason Roy, Phil Salt, Dawid Malan, James Vince, Sam Billings, Jos Buttler (c & wk), Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Adil Rashid, Chris Jordan, Olly StoneAUS vs ENG Probable Top PerformersProbable best batter: Steve SmithSteve Smith had a great outing in the first ODI and his slight change in the technique proved to be quite handy against England. The right-hander played a brisk innings without taking much time to settle in and remained unbeaten on 80 to take Australia home. Given that he is an excellent player of spin, Smith will hold the key for Australia in the second ODI.Probable best bowler: Adam ZampaAdam Zampa showed his world-class abilities in the first ODI as he mixed up his speeds quite well throughout his spell. He will cherish bowling at the SCG given that the track offers a bit of assistance for spinners. Zampa will be high on confidence after picking up three wickets in the first ODI.Today's Match Prediction : Australia to win the matchAlso Check: Dream11 Team Prediction for AUS vs ENGDisclaimer: This prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.
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