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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.

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's bowling attack will struggle on flat pitches, says Ponting

England's bowling attack will struggle to bowl out Australia in the Ashes if they prepare flat wickets for their radical 'Bazball' approach, former Australian captain Ricky Ponting has said.

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 vs Australia, 1st Ashes Test: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

England and Australia will renew their rivalry with a five-match Ashes series, starting later on Friday. The first Test will be played at Edgbaston in Birmingham. The Lord's, Headingley, Old Trafford and The Oval are the other venues for one of cricket's biggest rivalries. England named their side for the Birmingham Test on Wednesday, with veteran seamers James Anderson and Stuart Broad picked alongside Ollie Robinson in the pace attack. Moeen Ali was also included in the XI after being called out of Test retirement, following specialist spinner Jack Leach was ruled out of the series with a back injury. Australia are the current holders of Ashes and defeated England 4-0 at home last year.

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.

Stuart Broad and Mooen Ali named in first Ashes Test team for England for opening Edgbaston match against Australia

Stuart Broad and Mooen Ali have been named in the England XI for the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston. There had been speculation as to whether Broad or Mark Wood would be given the nod, with all the other spots in the team largely nailed down. Ad The decision rested with England captain Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum, with the 36-year-old veteran, a star of previous Ashes over the years, included to renew hostilities with Australia opener David Warner.

England v Australia first Ashes Test at Edgbaston: Kent opener Zak Crawley retains place

Zak Crawley has been named in England’s side for the first Test of this summer’s Ashes.

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

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

England's bowling attack will struggle on flat pitches, says Ponting

England pick Broad, Moeen for first Ashes test

England vs Australia, 1st Ashes Test: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

England pick Broad over Wood for first Ashes Test

Stuart Broad and Mooen Ali named in first Ashes Test team for England for opening Edgbaston match against Australia

England v Australia first Ashes Test at Edgbaston: Kent opener Zak Crawley retains place