KL Rahul ruled out of 2nd ODI vs England due to illness, Ishan Kishan steps in

KL Rahul was forced to miss the India vs England 2nd ODI in Bristol after he fell ill on the morning of the match.

What happened in the 2nd ODI?

India’s first-choice wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul pulled out of the 2nd ODI against England at the Bristol County Ground on 15 July 2026. Team management named Ishan Kishan as his replacement just hours before the toss. England captain Jos Buttler called correctly and chose to bowl first in overcast conditions.

Why did KL Rahul miss the game?

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) confirmed Rahul was unwell and unable to take part. His absence left a massive hole in India’s top order ahead of a crucial 3-match ODI series. Kishan, who had already featured in the first ODI, was drafted in to open alongside Rohit Sharma.

What’s next for India?

India now face a 50-over chase after England piled up 287 for 8 in their 50 overs. Kishan will keep the gloves and bat at the top, while Rahul’s recovery timeline remains unclear. The series stands at 1-1 after the first ODI was washed out in Manchester.

How did the teams react?

BCCI medical staff monitored Rahul closely before the call was made. England used the change to their advantage, opting to bowl on a greenish surface that offered seam movement. Kishan, meanwhile, will be under pressure to deliver with both bat and gloves.