AUS vs ENG Betting Tips
Australia are our pick to win the second ODI after their commanding performance in Perth. Their young bowling attack dismantled England's batting line-up, with Mahli Beardman taking an exceptional 6/24 on debut and Spencer Johnson claiming three wickets. Adelaide should offer better batting conditions, but Australia have the momentum and a well-balanced side capable of taking a 2-0 series lead.
We are backing the combined match total to go over 555.5 runs. Adelaide Oval generally offers a better batting surface than Perth, with consistent bounce and pace allowing batters to play their shots once they settle. England have a powerful batting line-up featuring Ben Duckett, Tom Banton, Joe Root and Harry Brook, and they will be determined to respond after their collapse in the opening match. Australia also have considerable batting depth through Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head, Cameron Green and Josh Inglis. If both teams produce more representative performances with the bat, there is enough quality to push the combined total beyond the 555-run mark.
Australia's bowling attack was outstanding in Perth, with Mahli Beardman taking six wickets and Spencer Johnson claiming three. England's batting unit will need to show more resistance, but the visitors may adopt a more aggressive approach after their heavy defeat, potentially creating further opportunities for Australia's bowlers. England also have quality options in Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Jamie Overton and Adil Rashid, who are capable of troubling Australia's strong batting line-up. Both attacks have the potential to take regular wickets, making the over 15.5 selection worth considering.
Australia have a 56% win probability, while England have a 44% chance of victory.
Key reasons:
- Australia won the opening ODI by seven wickets after dismissing England for 131.
- Mahli Beardman's 6/24 on debut and Spencer Johnson's three wickets give the hosts considerable bowling confidence.
- Adelaide's batting-friendly conditions should offer Australia another opportunity to use their stronger overall batting depth.
Match Details
| Match | Australia vs England, 2nd ODI |
|---|---|
| Tournament | England tour of Australia 2026 |
| Date | November 15, 2026 |
| Time | 9:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Australia |
| Series Score | Australia lead 1-0 |
| Win Probability | Australia 56%, England 44% |
| Our Prediction | Australia to Win |
Australia vs England 2nd ODI Match Prediction
Australia have an opportunity to take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match series after their dominant performance in Perth. England were dismissed for just 131 in the opening ODI, and Australia chased the target in only 23.3 overs, winning by seven wickets. The result highlighted the hosts' bowling strength and England's struggles against the pace attack.
The conditions in Adelaide should provide a different challenge. Adelaide Oval generally offers a better batting surface than Perth, with consistent bounce and pace that should allow stroke-makers to play more freely. England will hope their experienced top order can make better use of those conditions, but Australia will be confident after the way their bowlers performed in the opening match.
Mahli Beardman was the standout performer in Perth, taking 6/24 on his ODI debut. Spencer Johnson also claimed three wickets, while Xavier Bartlett provided valuable support. England will need a much-improved batting performance to avoid another defeat, but Australia's current momentum makes them the favourites.
Head-to-Head Record
Australia have historically dominated the ODI rivalry, winning 93 of their 163 meetings against England. The visitors have recorded 65 victories, with two matches tied and three ending without a result.
Australia have also won their last four completed ODI meetings against England, including the opening match of this series. England will be keen to reverse that trend, but the hosts have a clear recent advantage heading into the second ODI.
Australia Preview
Australia were excellent in the opening ODI, with their young bowling attack doing most of the damage before Mitchell Marsh guided the chase. Travis Head fell early, but Marsh's aggressive 50 ensured there was little pressure on the middle order. The hosts have plenty of batting depth, with Cooper Connolly, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis and Matthew Renshaw all capable of making substantial contributions.
Jack Edwards adds an all-round option, while Marsh and Head provide an aggressive opening combination. Australia will want a better contribution from the top order in Adelaide, particularly against England's quicker bowlers. The surface should offer more assistance to batting than Perth, and players such as Head and Green will be keen to make the most of the conditions. England will need early wickets to prevent Australia from building a large total, but the hosts have enough experience and power to take advantage if their top order settles.
The bowling attack is Australia's biggest strength at present. Mahli Beardman produced a remarkable ODI debut, taking 6/24 and becoming the central figure in England's collapse. Spencer Johnson also impressed with three wickets, while Xavier Bartlett contributed with the new ball. Adam Zampa provides the specialist spin option and will be important if the surface offers some assistance to slower bowlers. Riley Meredith has joined the Australian squad for the remaining two ODIs, giving the selectors another fast-bowling option.
The hosts may consider managing the workloads of their younger quicks, particularly given Beardman and Johnson's recent injury histories, but their performances in Perth make them difficult to leave out. Australia's bowling plans will again focus on taking early wickets and putting pressure on England's middle order.
Australia's Predicted Playing XI
- Mitchell Marsh (c)
- Travis Head
- Cooper Connolly
- Cameron Green
- Josh Inglis (wk)
- Matthew Renshaw
- Jack Edwards
- Xavier Bartlett
- Spencer Johnson
- Adam Zampa
- Mahli Beardman
Key Players for Australia
- Mahli Beardman: His extraordinary 6/24 on debut makes him Australia's biggest bowling threat heading into the second ODI.
- Mitchell Marsh: The captain's aggressive 50 in the opening match helped Australia complete a comfortable chase.
- Spencer Johnson: His three wickets in Perth demonstrated his ability to trouble England's batting line-up.
- Travis Head: The opener will be looking for a bigger contribution after falling early in the first ODI.
England Preview
England have plenty to think about after their disappointing performance in Perth. Ben Duckett, Tom Banton, Joe Root and Harry Brook all need to make better use of their opportunities at the top of the order. Root's experience should be particularly important, while Brook remains England's most destructive batter and has the ability to change a match in a short period. Duckett and Banton are both aggressive players who can take advantage of the powerplay, but they must avoid playing unnecessarily risky shots against Australia's quicks. Jordan Cox provides another batting option, while Sam Curran and Will Jacks offer all-round value.
England will also be looking for contributions from Jamie Overton and Gus Atkinson lower down the order. Adelaide should offer more favourable batting conditions than Perth, and the visitors need to use that opportunity to build a substantial total. A stronger opening partnership and a more composed middle order could make a significant difference. The batting line-up has enough quality to score heavily, but it must show greater discipline against Australia's pace attack.
England's bowling attack has the quality to challenge Australia, but it needs to deliver a more consistent performance. Jofra Archer remains their leading fast-bowling threat, with the pace to trouble Marsh, Head and Green. Gus Atkinson offers another attacking option, while Jamie Overton can use his height to extract bounce. Sam Curran's variations could be useful in the middle and at the death, and Adil Rashid remains an important wicket-taking option through the middle overs.
Liam Dawson provides an alternative spin option if England want a different balance. The visitors will need to take wickets early rather than allowing Australia's batters to settle into long partnerships. The first ODI was particularly disappointing because England were unable to build pressure during the chase, and their bowlers were left defending a very modest total. A much-improved performance from Archer and Atkinson will be essential if England are to level the series.
England's Predicted Playing XI
- Ben Duckett
- Tom Banton
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook (c)
- Jordan Cox (wk)
- Sam Curran
- Will Jacks
- Gus Atkinson
- Jofra Archer
- Jamie Overton
- Adil Rashid
Key Players for England
- Joe Root: England need their experienced batter to provide stability and build a substantial innings.
- Harry Brook: The captain's attacking approach could be important if England are to put pressure on Australia's bowlers.
- Jofra Archer: Archer is England's leading pace threat and will be expected to make early inroads.
- Adil Rashid: His ability to take wickets through the middle overs could be crucial against Australia's deep batting line-up.
Toss Prediction
The captain winning the toss may prefer to bowl first. Adelaide Oval is generally a good batting venue, but the new ball can offer some movement, and chasing could become easier once the initial conditions settle.
Pitch Report and Weather Conditions
Adelaide Oval is generally a good batting venue, offering consistent bounce and enough pace for stroke-makers to play freely. The square boundaries and true surface can encourage attacking cricket, although the new ball may provide some assistance to the seamers. The conditions should be more favourable for batting than those in Perth, where England were dismissed for 131 in the opening ODI. A first-innings total around 280-300 should be competitive, while a score beyond 320 could put the batting side in a strong position. The forecast points to cool conditions around 13-14°C with few clouds, moderate humidity near 84%, light winds and limited cloud cover. Conditions should be comfortable for a full match with minimal weather disruption.
Why Australia Are the Better Pick
Australia have already demonstrated their superiority in the opening match, and their bowling attack is full of confidence after dismissing England for 131. Mahli Beardman's six-wicket haul on debut was a remarkable performance, while Spencer Johnson and Xavier Bartlett provided strong support. The hosts have several bowling options capable of exploiting any early movement at Adelaide Oval.
England have the batting quality to respond, particularly on a surface that should be more favourable to stroke-making than Perth. However, their top order needs to show considerably more discipline against Australia's pace attack. Another early collapse would put the visitors under enormous pressure.
Australia also have the advantage of a 1-0 series lead and greater momentum. Adelaide's batting-friendly conditions could make the contest closer, but the hosts' balance, bowling confidence and recent performance make them the preferred selection to win the second ODI.
Bet on Australia to Win Today
Our recommendation is to back Australia to win at odds of 1.70. The hosts were dominant in Perth, and Mahli Beardman's outstanding debut has given their bowling attack a major confidence boost. England have the quality to produce a better performance in Adelaide, but Australia remain the stronger selection.
Our three recommended bets for the second ODI are:
- Australia to Win @ 1.70
- Total Match Runs – Over 555.5
- Total Match Wickets – Over 15.5
