England produced a remarkable turnaround to defeat Australia by 135 runs in the second ODI at Adelaide Oval on Sunday, November 15. Tom Banton’s magnificent century and Gus Atkinson’s four-wicket haul powered the visitors to a commanding victory, helping them level the three-match series at 1-1.
After being bowled out for just 131 in the opening ODI in Perth, England responded emphatically. They posted 355/6 before dismissing Australia for 220, delivering a much-needed statement performance on Australian soil.
Tom Banton’s second ODI Century leads England’s recovery
Asked to bat first after Australian captain Mitchell Marsh won the toss, England suffered an early setback when Ben Duckett departed for nine with the score at 19.
However, Banton and Joe Root steadied the innings with an impressive 137-run partnership for the second wicket. The pair combined caution with attacking strokeplay, ensuring Australia could not build on the early breakthrough.
Root scored a valuable 62 from 68 deliveries, while Banton took charge at the other end. The right-hander reached his second ODI century and eventually made 121 from 99 balls, smashing 12 fours and four sixes.
Banton’s innings was particularly important after his struggles in the opening match. His confident strokeplay against the Australian attack gave England the platform they desperately needed.
Jordan Cox continued the momentum with an entertaining 67, while Will Jacks contributed an unbeaten 54. Gus Atkinson added a late flourish with two consecutive sixes in the final over as England finished on 355/6 in their allotted 50 overs.
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Gus Atkinson destroys Australia’s top order
Australia’s chase began disastrously as England’s fast bowlers made immediate use of the conditions.
Atkinson removed Travis Head for seven and Cooper Connolly for a duck, while Sonny Baker dismissed Marsh for just two. The hosts were reduced to 13/3, leaving them with a mountain to climb.
Two in three balls for Gus Atkinson at Adelaide Oval! #AUSvENG pic.twitter.com/9BBli6Lbze
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 15, 2026
Atkinson then struck again to dismiss Josh Inglis for three, finishing his opening spell with three important wickets. His pace and ability to generate bounce caused serious problems for Australia’s top order.
The England seamer returned later to remove Adam Zampa, completing an outstanding spell of 4/28. Baker also played a valuable role, claiming the wicket of Marsh and finishing with two wickets.
Matt Renshaw and Cameron Green offer resistance
With Australia struggling at 29/4, Matt Renshaw and Cameron Green attempted to revive the chase.
The pair added 98 runs for the fifth wicket, giving the home side a brief opportunity to fight back. Renshaw scored 63, while Green made 64, but England eventually broke the partnership.
Have some of that, says Cam Green! #AUSvENG pic.twitter.com/iPvB6fwBMt
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 15, 2026
Liam Dawson dismissed Renshaw and later removed Green, while Sam Curran struck twice in consecutive deliveries to push Australia towards defeat.
The hosts were eventually bowled out for 220, handing England a comprehensive 135-run victory.
England level the ODI series in Adelaide
The victory was an important response from Harry Brook’s team after their disappointing performance in Perth. Banton’s century provided the batting foundation, while Atkinson led a disciplined bowling effort.
With the series now level at 1-1, the third ODI will decide the winner. England will take confidence from their dominant Adelaide performance, while Australia will need to address their top-order collapse before the series finale at Bellerive Oval in Hobart.
After getting thrashed in Perth, England roar back in style with a convincing 135 run win here in Adelaide 💯🙌#AUSvENG #EnglandCricket pic.twitter.com/KWMxOLb1o0
— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) November 15, 2026
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