The highly anticipated five-match ODI series between England and Australia has reached its penultimate stage, with the fourth ODI set to take place at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground in London on Friday, September 27, 2024. Australia currently leads the series 2-1, having dominated the first two matches, but England's resilient performance in the third ODI has kept their hopes alive.
Recent Matches
In the first two ODIs, Australia showcased their prowess, securing decisive victories. The first ODI saw Travis Head score a sensational 154, guiding Australia to a comfortable win as they chased down 316 in just 44 overs. In the second ODI, Alex Carey's crucial innings helped Australia win by 68 runs at Headingley.
However, England bounced back strongly in the third ODI, held at the Riverside Ground in Chester-le-Street. Despite a disastrous start, Harry Brook's unbeaten 110 and Will Jacks' 84 led England to a recovery, and they won the match by 48 runs (DLS) due to rain interruptions. This victory not only kept the series alive but also ended Australia’s 348-day and 14-match winning streak in ODIs.
4th ODI: The Penultimate Showdown
The fourth ODI is crucial for both teams, with England aiming to level the series at 2-2 and Australia seeking to take an unassailable lead. The match will commence at 5:00 PM IST, with the toss scheduled for 4:30 PM IST. However, the weather in London could play a spoilsport, as there are indications of rain, which might delay the start of the match.
Venue and Broadcast Details
The Lord's Cricket Ground, known for its rich cricketing history, will host this pivotal encounter. Fans in India can watch the match live on the Sony Sports Network, while the live streaming will be available on Sony Liv and FanCode apps and websites.
Team Dynamics
England, led by stand-in captain Harry Brook, will rely on their batting depth and the recent form of players like Will Jacks and Liam Livingstone. The English bowling unit, featuring Jofra Archer and Brydon Carse, has shown moments of excellence and will be crucial in containing the Australian batsmen.
Australia, captained by Mitchell Marsh, boasts a strong lineup with players like Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, and Glenn Maxwell. Despite some illness concerns within the camp, Australia’s overall performance has been impressive, and they will aim to maintain their momentum.
Squads
**England Squad:**
- Harry Brook (c)
- Jofra Archer
- Jacob Bethell
- Brydon Carse
- Jordan Cox
- Ben Duckett
- Will Jacks
- Liam Livingstone
- Matthew Potts
- Adil Rashid
- Phil Salt (wicketkeeper)
- Jamie Smith (wk)
- Olly Stone
- Reece Topley
- John Turner.
**Australia Squad:**
- Mitchell Marsh (c)
- Sean Abbott
- Alex Carey (wicketkeeper)
- Cooper Connolly
- Ben Dwarshuis
- Cameron Green
- Jake Fraser-McGurk
- Aaron Hardie
- Josh Hazlewood
- Josh Inglis (wk)
- Travis Head
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Glenn Maxwell
- Matthew Short
- Steven Smith
- Mitchell Starc
- Adam Zampa
- Traveling reserve: Mahli Beardman.
As the series stands delicately poised, both teams will be eager to claim overall victory. The fourth ODI promises to be an exciting encounter, with England seeking to level the series and Australia aiming to seal a brilliant series win away from home. Stay tuned for live updates and ball-by-ball commentary to catch all the action from Lord's Cricket Ground.
