ENG vs IND: What time will 2nd T20I start?

The venue of ENG vs IND 2nd T20I is Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester.

After the first match was abandoned due to rain, India and England are ready for the second clash of the T20I series. The five-match series is tied 0-0 after the opening game at Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street, which could not be completed.

India, after opting to bat first, showcased a spectacular batting performance. Riding on half-centuries from Abhishek Sharma and Shreyas Iyer, the Men in Blue posted a solid total of 189/7. Shivam Dube added crucial runs with his batting heroics towards the end, smacking an unbeaten 42.

Saqib Mahmood took three wickets, but England bowlers appeared helpless throughout the match; the visiting team maintained their dominance with their run rate from the powerplay to the death overs.

The visitors looked in a strong position after their batting; however, rain interrupted the clash after the first innings. Since the encounter did not resume due to continuous rain, it eventually ended in a no result.

Now, both sides aim for a fresh start to their campaign in the second T20I, which will take place on July 4, Saturday, at Emirates Old Trafford in Manchester.

The ENG vs IND 2nd T20I to start at 7 PM IST

Notably, the first ENG vs IND T20I started late at night at 10 PM IST. However, the 2nd game will start at 7 PM in India, while the toss will be held at 6:30 PM IST. According to local time, the clash will start at 2:30 PM (1:30 PM GMT), with the toss taking place at 2 PM.

Therefore, fans in the United Kingdom (UK) can enjoy the game starting at 2 PM in the afternoon, while Indian fans can switch on their television sets or mobile phones at 7 PM to watch the match.

Notably, since only four games are left in the T20I series, the winner of the 2nd game will have a huge advantage. Both sides look equally powerful with their core members part of the squad.

However, under the leadership of new captain Shreyas Iyer, the Indian team will need to step up their efforts against England.

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