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Bairstow celebrates 'good day' as England declare on 398-8 against Australia in first Ashes Test

England declared on 398-8 and left Australia 14 without loss after a promising start to the Ashes in Edgbaston. Former captain Joe Root was the star of the home side’s innings as he arrived with England at 176-5 and in trouble, to bat through until current skipper Ben Stokes’ declaration — the earliest in the series’ history. Ad Root hit a century of 121 alongside Jonny Bairstow, who plundered his total at a run a ball, and there were useful efforts from the recalled, Moeen Ali, Stuart Broad and Ollie Robinson.

Watch: Joe Root's Outrageous Reverse Scoop For Six Leaves Fans Speechless

Joe Root played the role of anchor for England on the opening day of the first Ashes Test that kicked off at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Friday. Host skipper Ben Stokes won the toss and oped to bat first. England lost wickets at regular intervals but a solid partnership between Root and Jonny Bairstow for the sixth wicket put the side in control against Australia. The surface that has been offered for the game is a batting paradise and Root barely left any opportunity to score on the opening day.

ENG vs AUS, Ashes 2023 Live Score: Josh Hazlewood Strikes Early As Ben Duckett Walks Back

ENG vs AUS, 1st Ashes Test, Day 1 Live Updates:Josh Hazlewood struck early in the morning session to dismiss Ben Duckett (12). England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and opted to bat at Edgbaston in Birmingham. With their ultra-aggressive brand of cricket, England have forced the rest of the world to sit up and take notice, with 11 wins in 13 Tests since captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum joined forces last year. But doubts persist as to whether their policy of all-out attack can work against arch-rivals Australia, who only last week hammered India by 209 runs at The Oval to win the World Test Championship final. (Live Scorecard)

England pick Broad, Moeen for first Ashes test

:England on Wednesday named fast bowler Stuart Broad and spinner Moeen Ali in their team for the first Ashes test against Australia at Edgbaston starting on Friday.

England pick Broad over Wood for first Ashes Test

England have favoured Stuart Broad's experience over Mark Wood's raw pace for the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston as they named their team on Wednesday.

Ben Stokes-Led England Name Strong XI For First Ashes Test vs Australia

England on Wednesday named a strong XI for the first Test of the highly-anticipated Ashes series against Australia at Edgbaston in Birmingham. Jonny Bairstow returns to the side after a lenghty injury lay-off, while Moeen Ali, who came out of retirement to replace Jack Leach in the squad, is also included in the XI. The hosts have also opted for the experience of Stuart Broad over the pace of Mark Wood in a bold selection call.

Moeen Ali Considering Return To Test Cricket Ahead Of Ashes series

All-rounder Moeen Ali, who had called his retirement from Test cricket in September 2021, is considering returning to the side after England's team management approached him for the upcoming Ashes series starting from June 16, according to Sky Sports. England faced a big setback after Jack Leach was ruled out of the Ashes series due to a low back stress fracture during England's Test victory over Ireland on Saturday. According to Sky Sports, England's management approached Moeen Ali to rejoin test cricket for the upcoming series to replace injured Jack Leach. England's selection panel is also looking for other options like Liam Dawson, Rehan Ahmed and Will Jacks. However, the decision acout who will replace Leach has not been taken yet.

Tongue takes five wickets as England crush Ireland

LONDON :Seamer Josh Tongue took five wickets to help England thrash Ireland by 10 wickets in the one-off test at Lord's on Saturday ahead of the Ashes series against Australia, but the visitors salvaged some pride with a brave batting effort on the third day.

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Bairstow celebrates 'good day' as England declare on 398-8 against Australia in first Ashes Test

Watch: Joe Root's Outrageous Reverse Scoop For Six Leaves Fans Speechless

ENG vs AUS, Ashes 2023 Live Score: Josh Hazlewood Strikes Early As Ben Duckett Walks Back

England pick Broad, Moeen for first Ashes test

England pick Broad over Wood for first Ashes Test

Ben Stokes-Led England Name Strong XI For First Ashes Test vs Australia

Moeen Ali Considering Return To Test Cricket Ahead Of Ashes series

Tongue takes five wickets as England crush Ireland