England
Australia
The Ashes 2023 has begun on a positive note for Australia as they have scored a win in the first match of the series. Pat Cummins scored the winning run on the last day and Usman Khawaja turned out to be the hero for Australia in the first Test.
It is now time for the second fixture which is scheduled to start on 28th June at the “Mecca of Cricket” the Lord’s. The top bookmakers have Ashes 2023 odds with them
England gave a tough fight in the first Test but unfortunately, their bowlers were not able to control the game on the last day.
Australia had a positive start and they will be confident enough to continue their winning streak in the second Test as well.
EnglandAustraliaOne of the biggest struggles for England in the first Test was the failure of the opening lineup. Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope failed to build a constructive partnership in both innings and it was Joe Root at number who handled things for England in the first inning. Skipper Ben Stokes is still struggling with his form and he is unable to handle the pressure of scoring runs in the middle order. Moeen Ali’s comeback has been a positive news for England but James Anderson failed to make an impact in both innings in the first Test.
Considering the overall performance, team England won’t be doing any changes in their playing XI for the 2nd Test.
Predicted Lineup: Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root, Ollie Pope, Stuart Broad, Zak Crawley, Ollie Robinson, Moeen Ali, Ben Duckett, Harry Brook, James Anderson, Ben Stokes (c)
The visitors scored a win in the first Test but, like England, the Aussies have their struggles with the opening batters. David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne failed to play a constructive inning for the team. Usman Khawaja’s century saved the day for Australia as he scored 141 for 321 balls with 14 fours and 3 maximums. Nathan Lyon showcased his magic and picked up 8 wickets combined for both innings and he will be expected to repeat the same at the Lord’s.
Considering the overall performance, team England won’t be doing any changes in their playing XI for the 2nd Test.
Predicted Lineup: Jonny Bairstow, Joe Root, Ollie Pope, Stuart Broad, Zak Crawley, Ollie Robinson, Moeen Ali, Ben Duckett, Harry Brook, James Anderson, Ben Stokes (c)
In the first Test, England was in control of the game in the first inning but Australian bowlers took over the control from England during the 2nd inning. Overall, England displayed a positive performance and they will be motivated to bounce back in the 2nd Test. We predict a win for England in the 2nd Test.
