The Sophia Gardens surface usually offers early movement for fast bowlers. Here's everything you need to know about the pitch report, weather forecast, venue records, and average scores ahead of the second ODI.
Tournament: India tour of England, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM LOCAL (5:30 PM IST)
India vs England 2nd ODI: Venue Overview
The picturesque stadium features the River Taff End and the Cathedral Road End, boasting a seating capacity of 15,000. It has hosted several historic white-ball fixtures since hosting its first men's ODI in 1999.
India vs England 2nd ODI: Weather Forecast
The weather forecast for Cardiff looks ideal for cricket. Temperatures are expected to reach around 30°C during the afternoon before dropping to 27°C in the evening. Skies will remain mostly sunny with a few clouds later in the day, and there is no chance of rain.
India vs England 2nd ODI: Average First Innings Score
The average first-innings score at Sophia Gardens is 223. While early movement can make batting difficult, teams generally aim for a total of around 270-280 to put pressure on the chasing side.
India vs England 2nd ODI: Chasing Record at the Venue
Sophia Gardens has strongly favored teams batting second. Chasing sides have won 21 of the 33 completed ODIs, giving them a success rate of nearly 64%. The highest successful ODI chase at the venue is 312/7, achieved by England against the West Indies in 2025.
India vs England 2nd ODI: Lowest Team Total at the Venue
The lowest completed ODI total at Sophia Gardens is 125, recorded by Afghanistan against South Africa during the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup. The new ball can be dangerous when fast bowlers make full use of the conditions.
Won Batting First: 8 (25.80%)
Matches Tied: 1 (3.23%)
Matches Won Winning Toss: 15 (48.65%)
Average Score Batting First: 220
Lowest Team Total: Afghanistan - 125 vs South Africa (2019)
Highest Run Chase Achieved: England - 312/7 vs West Indies (2025)
India vs England 2nd ODI: Pitch Report Verdict
Sophia Gardens is expected to offer a balanced contest between bat and ball. Fast bowlers should enjoy some early movement, while spinners are likely to come into play later in the match. The captain winning the toss is expected to bowl first and make the most of the conditions.
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