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England Stumble Early in Second ODI Against New Zealand
Hamilton, New Zealand – England’s top order faced another early collapse in the second ODI against New Zealand in Hamilton. New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and elected to bowl first, hoping to exploit conditions after rain caused a slight delay to the start of play (2 PM Local time).
Jacob Duffy struck early, removing Ben Duckett with a delivery that feathered through to the keeper after 3 overs on 13-1. Jamie Smith departed shortly after, caught by Kane Williamson off Zakary Foulkes. Joe Root attempted to steady the ship, stroking some well-timed boundaries, but England found themselves in trouble early at 45-2 after 8 overs.
The New Zealand side were boosted by the return of Blair Tickner, replacing Matt Henry who was ruled out with a calf strain.
England need a win in this match to force a series decider on Saturday, after losing the first match by four wickets.
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