England v Australia 2nd ODI: 5 Battles to look forward to in today’s game

#4 Shaun Marsh v Moeen Ali

Moeen Ali

In the 1st game, Moeen Ali broke the back of the Australian batting line-up with his off-spin bowling and pretty much decided the game with his spell. His accuracy, excellent lengths and just the right amount of turn was the Australians’ undoing in that game and the visitors can’t afford a similar horror show against spin today.

What was most surprising was the fact that the most accomplished player of spin in that batting line-up, Shaun Marsh, was bowled by the England all-rounder and in today’s game, he needs to come good against the spin of Moeen Ali. The left-hander was looking good, having hit 4 fours in his 24 but Ali dismissed him to land a telling blow and in tonight’s game, Marsh would perhaps like to show the English player his place. It could be one of the most fascinating battles in the game.