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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.

Watch: Harry Brook's 'Freak Dismissal' Stuns Fans. Ricky Ponting's Comment Goes Viral

England batter Harry Brook was at the receiving end of a 'freak dismissal' during Day 1 of the first Ashes Test against Australia in Birmingham on Friday. Brook looked in fine touch but was ultimately bowled by Nathan Lyon in a stunning fashion. A delivery from Lyon hit Brook's thigh pad and went up in the air. Both the fielders and Brook were not aware of it for some time but the ball ended up dropping between the batter and his stumps. Unfortunately, it came in contact with Brook's back leg and crashed into the stumps. Both fans and experts were left stunned with Ricky Ponting's comment going viral.

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)

Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith And Travis Head Equal 39-Year-Old Record

For the first time in 39 years, three batters from the same team occupy the top three places in the ICC men's Test ranking for batters. Australia's Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith And Travis Head are currently ranked one, two and three, respectively, in the latest rankings released on Wednesday. While Labuschagne has been at the top for a while, Smith and Head were rewarded for their knocks against India in the World Test Championship (WTC) Final last week. Australia defeated India in the final to become to first team to win all four ICC tournaments.

Where did India go wrong at The Oval?

India has lost again. A country with rich seams of cricketing talent, a governing board with an abundance of money, and a team worshipped by millions of adoring supporters was beaten by Australia in the World Test Championship final at The Oval, London.

Where did India go wrong at The Oval?

India has lost again. A country with rich seams of cricketing talent, a governing board with an abundance of money, and a team worshipped by millions of adoring supporters was beaten by Australia in the World Test Championship final at The Oval, London.

A Look At Steve Smith's Incredible Numbers In The Ashes

The cricketing world will light up once again from June 16 onwards when the sports' biggest rivals, England and Australia lock horns with each other for the prestigious Ashes urn that has a history dating back to the 1880s. The hosts will be aiming to avenge their 4-0 loss in the 2021-22 season. Australia too will be aiming to win their first Ashes series in England in over 20 years. The hosts are also charged up by the 'Bazball' revolution brought by skipper Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum, which has seen England win 11 of their last 13 Tests and dominate their opponents with an attacking, aggressive and positive cricket that aims for victory.

"Siraj Threw Ball Towards Smith...": Ganguly Explains What India Missed At Start Of WTC Final

Australia defeated India by 209 runs in the final of the World Test Championship to claim their maiden title last week. The game was dominated by the Pat Cummins-led side and India barely had their moments of joy. Australia ended Day 1 with a score of 327 for 3 and that put the side well ahead in the game. India did make a good comeback on the following day, but it was certainly late for them as the batting side still managed to post 469 runs on the board.

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

Watch: Harry Brook's 'Freak Dismissal' Stuns Fans. Ricky Ponting's Comment Goes Viral

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

Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith And Travis Head Equal 39-Year-Old Record

Where did India go wrong at The Oval?

Where did India go wrong at The Oval?

A Look At Steve Smith's Incredible Numbers In The Ashes

"Siraj Threw Ball Towards Smith...": Ganguly Explains What India Missed At Start Of WTC Final