England responded to their opening-match defeat with a comprehensive 135-run victory over Australia in the second ODI at Adelaide Oval on Sunday, November 15, 2026. After being sent in to bat by Australia, the visitors posted their highest-ever ODI total on Australian soil, finishing on 355/6.
Tom Banton anchored the innings with a composed 121 off 99 balls, marking his second ODI century in his 16th appearance and his first away from home. Banton shared a 135-run partnership with Joe Root, who contributed 62 before being caught off Cooper Connolly. While England skipper Harry Brook fell for a low score, Jamie Cox added 67 off 49 deliveries, and Will Jacks remained unbeaten on 54 to propel the team past 300.
Australia’s chase faced immediate trouble under the lights as England’s new-ball bowlers exploited surface and air movement. The hosts were reduced to 29/4 within seven overs, with Gus Atkinson claiming three early wickets. Although Matt Renshaw and Cameron Green attempted a recovery with a 98-run partnership, the damage proved insurmountable.
Both teams made one change for the match. England brought in Sonny Baker for Jamie Overton, while Australia rested Mahli Beardman, who took six wickets on his debut in the first ODI, in favour of Riley Meredith.
Key facts
- Tom Banton scored 121 runs off 99 balls, including 12 boundaries and four sixes.
- England set a total of 355/6 after winning the toss and being put in to bat.
- The victory levelled the three-match series at 1-1 following Australia’s win in Perth on November 13.
- Gus Atkinson claimed three early wickets as Australia slumped to 29/4 in the first seven overs.
- Joe Root, Jamie Cox, and Will Jacks also recorded scores of 50 or more for England.
Why it matters
The win ensures that the three-match ODI series will be decided in the final game. Following their seven-wicket defeat in the first ODI on November 13, this victory allows England to remain in contention for the series title.
Background
The first match of the series was held in Perth on Friday, November 13, 2026, where Australia defeated England by seven wickets after restricting the visitors to 132 runs.
Source: Times of India, The Hindu
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