ENG vs AUS Live Score: England to Face Australia in 1st Ashes Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham

The Three Lions of England are set to take on Australia in the first Test of the Ashes series at Edgbaston, Birmingham from June 16th onwards. England come to the series after a successful run against Ireland at Lord’s. On the other hand, Australia have been crowned Test champions after their victory against India in the final of the World Test Championship 2023.

Match Details

Match: England vs Australia, 1st Test

Date and Time: June 16-20, 3:30 PM

Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham

Pitch Report

The wicket at the Edgbaston offers some good movement with the ball. Batting becomes easier as the game progresses on Day 2 and 3. The captain winning the toss might opt to bowl first and put some early pressure on the batting side.

ENG vs AUS Squads

Australia squad for first two Tests: Pat Cummins (captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Cameron Green, Marcus Harris, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Jos Hazlewood, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Tim Paine, James Pattinson, Steven Smith, Mitchell Starc, Mitchell Swepson, Matthew Wade, David Warner.

England squad for first two Tests: Joe Root (captain), James Anderson, Jofra Archer, Jonny Bairstow, Stuart Broad, Rory Burns, Jos Buttler, Zak Crawley, Sam Curran, Joe Denly, Ben Foakes, Jack Leach, Craig Overton, Ollie Pope, Dom Sibley, Chris Woakes, Mark Wood.

Conclusion

The first Ashes Test between England and Australia is set to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to get off to a good start. With the pitch offering some good movement with the ball and batting becoming easier as the game progresses, the match promises to be an entertaining one.