India vs England 2nd Test 2021 Preview: Likely Playing XIs, Key Battles, Head to Head and Other Things You Need to Know About IND vs ENG in Chennai
The second Test between India and England will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai as well. The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) has allowed a 50 per cent crowd for the match, marking entry of spectators for a sporting event in the country after nearly a year.
India and England meet in the second Test at Chennai from February 13 onwards. England lead the series 1-0 after having won the first Test by 227 runs. With an aim to draw level in the four-match series, India will take field with pitch expected to be on the faster side than it was in the series opener. Meanwhile, ahead of the second Test we take a look at likely playing XI, key battles, head to head and other things that you should know about the contest. Virat Kohli Looks in Mood for a Big Score Ahead of IND vs ENG 2nd Test, India Skipper Shares Pics From Training Session (See Post).
There is an injury concern for England with fast-bowler Jofra Archer ruled out of the Test after suffering elbow injury. England have named the 12-man squad for the Test and fast bowler, Stuart Broad is all set to take Archer's place in the playing XI. Ben Foakes is another change England have made as Jos Buttler was named for the series opener only. Moeen Ali, Broad, Chris Woakes and Olly Stone have been named in the 12-man squad while Dom Bess and James Anderson have been rested. For India, Axar Patel is likely to replace Shahbaz Nadeem.
IND vs ENG Tests Head-to-Head
India and England have faced each other 123 times in Tests. England leads the head-to-head record with 48 wins while India have won 26 of those matches. These two teams have played 61 matches in India with the hosts having won 19 while 14 have went England’s way. IND vs ENG Dream11 Team Prediction: Tips To Pick Best Fantasy Playing XI for India vs England 2nd Test 2021.
IND vs ENG 2nd Test 2021 Key Players
Captain Virat Kohli and Ravi Ashwin will continue to be the key players for India while for England skipper Joe Root and Stuart Broad will hold the key to success.
IND vs ENG 2nd Test 2021 Mini Battles
Stuart Broad vs Rohit Sharma could be one of the fascinating key battles to watch out for during the course of the match. Another battle that could have our attention is Virat Kohli vs Dom Bess.
IND vs ENG 2nd Test 2021 Venue
The second Test between India and England will be played at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai as well. The Tamil Nadu Cricket Association (TNCA) has allowed a 50 per cent crowd for the match, marking entry of spectators for a sporting event in the country after nearly a year.
IND vs ENG 2nd Test 2021 Match Timings
The second game of the series between India and England is scheduled to start at 09:30 am IST (Indian Standard Time).
IND vs ENG 2nd Test 2021 Live Telecast and Live Streaming Online
Star Sports Network holds the official broadcast rights of the England tour of India 2021. Its OTT platform Disney+ Hotstar will provide the live online streaming of India vs England on its website and mobile app. Users will have to pay a nominal fee to subscribe to the services. Live telecast of Ind vs Eng will be available on Star Sports channels.
IND vs ENG 2nd Test 2021 Likely Playing XIs
India Likely Playing 11: Shubman Gill, Rohit Sharma, Cheteshwar Pujara, Virat Kohli, Ajinkya Rahane, Rishabh Pant (w), Ravichandran Ashwin, Washington Sundar, Axar Patel, Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma.
England Likely Playing 11: Rory Burns, Dominic Sibley, Dan Lawrence, Joe Root(c), Ben Stokes, Ben Foakes(w), Ollie Pope, Moeen Ali, Jack Leach, Stuart Broad, Chris Woakes/ Olly Stone.
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