With India gearing up to seal the series in the 2nd ODI at Cardiff, here's how the weather will be for the Men and Blue and if there are any chances of rain.

England thrashed India 4-0 in preceding T20 international series to rise to top of world rankings in that format but suffered a heavy six-wicket defeat in first ODI at Edgbaston; watch live on Sky Spo

IND vs ENG Pitch Report & Weather Update: India seeks a second ODI victory against England on Thursday. Shubman Gill led India to a six-wicket win in the first match. The Sophia Gardens pitch offers a balanced contest for bowlers and batters.

Find out why wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul missed the 2nd ODI against England at Sophia Gardens as Ishan Kishan makes a major return to the playing XI.

After being on the losing side over six matches during their ongoing United Kingdom tour, India made a winning start against England, in the first ODI at Edgbaston. Maybe it was about playing in a different format.

Virat Kohli scored 65 in the second ODI against England to register his 33rd 50-plus score against the opposition, surpassing Sachin Tendulkar's record. He also overtook Ricky Ponting to become the fifth-most-capped player in international cricket before India were bowled out for 233.

The second game of the series takes place in Cardiff and Team India would look to win the game and take an unassailable lead.