WI vs ENG Dream11 Prediction, Playing XI, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Pitch Report & Injury Updates for 2nd ODI

The thrilling clash between West Indies (WI) and England (ENG) resumes for the 2nd ODI at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua. This encounter marks the continuation of the riveting three-match ODI series hosted in the West Indies. Currently, West Indies leads the series 1-0, showcasing a scintillating performance in the previous game to clinch victory by four wickets in a nail-biting finish.

In the 1st ODI, England won the toss and elected to bat first. The team's openers, Phil Salt and Will Jacks, laid a solid foundation with a commendable 77-run partnership. However, their departure in quick succession due to Alzarri Joseph and Gudakesh Motie's relentless bowling applied pressure. Ben Duckett's brief cameo preceded a stellar 71-run partnership between Zak Crawley and Harry Brook. Despite a few partnerships, England stumbled to 325 runs, losing wickets in crucial moments. West Indies' Romario Shepherd, Gudakesh Motie, and Oshane Thomas emerged as key figures in dismantling the English batting lineup.

In response, West Indies commenced their innings with a dominant 104-run opening stand between Alick Athanaze and Brandon King. However, England's Rehan Ahmed and Liam Livingstone managed to break the partnership. Keacy Carty made a brief appearance, followed by a crucial 56-run partnership between Shai Hope and Shimron Hetmyer. Despite setbacks with consecutive wickets, a resilient effort led by Shai Hope's outstanding century and a substantial partnership with Romario Shepherd ensured West Indies chased down the target within 49 overs. England's Gus Atkinson and Rehan Ahmed posed a challenge by taking vital wickets.

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