The 2nd ODI of the India national cricket team tour of England cricket team, 2026 is scheduled to take place on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. India currently leads the 3-match ODI series 1-0 after securing a 6-wicket victory in the opening match at Birmingham.
Match Schedule & Timings
- Date: Thursday, 16 July 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM Local (BST) | 12:00 PM GMT | 5:30 PM IST
- Venue: Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
- Format: 50-over Day/Night Match
Series Overview
India heads into this second fixture with momentum on their side in the ODI format, bouncing back strongly from a tough 4-0 defeat in the prior T20I leg of the summer.
Team squads with their playing role
The full squads for the India tour of England 2026 ODI series are detailed below with each player’s primary playing role.
India ODI Squad
India’s squad balances experienced veterans with a dynamic bowling line-up, captained by Shubman Gill.
England ODI Squad
England’s squad features a highly aggressive batting unit alongside multi-utility all-rounders, captained by Harry Brook.
Overall Head-to-Head Record
India holds the historical upper hand in One-Day Internationals (ODIs) against England. Following India’s 6-wicket victory in the opening match of the 2026 series at Birmingham, the two heavyweights have faced each other 111 times in this format.
Weather Forecast
Excellent, clear weather conditions are expected for the 2nd ODI at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff on Thursday, July 16, 2026. The match will proceed smoothly with zero threat of rain disruption.
According to updates from the BBC Weather and the UK Met Office, a settled high-pressure system ensures uninterrupted play.
