England Dominate Day 1 of Test Match Against Ireland
England have taken control of their Test match against Ireland, thanks to an impressive century from Ben Duckett and a comfortable innings from Ollie Pope. After bowling out Ireland for 172, England’s lead has gone beyond the 100-run mark.
England’s Superior Batting Performance
Stuart Broad’s five-wicket haul was the highlight of the Irish innings, with Paul Stirling, James McCollum and Curtis Campher all getting starts but failing to convert them. England’s openers then took the game away from the Irish, both striking fifties before Zak Crawley was dismissed for a rash shot.
England and Ireland’s Playing XIs
Ireland’s playing XI included James McCollum, PJ Moor, Andy Balbirnie (captain), Harry Tector, Paul Stirling, Lorcan Tucker (wicketkeeper), Curtis Campher, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Fionn Hand and Graham Hume. England’s playing XI was Ben Duckett, Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Ben Stokes (captain), Harry Brook, Jonny Bairstow (wicketkeeper), Stuart Broad, Matthew Potts and Josh Hazlewood.
Australia Announce WTC Final 2023 Squad
Australia have recently announced their squad for the World Test Championship Final 2023, with Josh Hazlewood and David Warner both making the cut. The two experienced players have been instrumental in Australia’s success in recent years, and their inclusion in the squad is sure to give the team a boost.
Conclusion
England have put in a dominant performance on Day 1 of their Test match against Ireland, and look set to take a commanding lead into Day 2. Meanwhile, Australia have announced their squad for the World Test Championship Final 2023, with Josh Hazlewood and David Warner included. It will be interesting to see how the two teams progress over the coming days.