ENG vs IRE LIVE: Debutant Josh Tongue Baffles Irish Batsmen
Josh Tongue, on his debut, stunned the Irish batting lineup with a rapid three-wicket haul in the second innings. Harry Tector and Lorcan Tucker kept the visitors in the game, as they steadily moved towards the 100-run mark on Day 2. Ireland, however, still face an arduous task as they are trailing by 255 runs. Adding to their woes, opener James McCollum, who had performed well in the first innings, got injured and had to leave the field. It remains uncertain whether he will bat tomorrow.
England Post Mammoth Total of 524 Runs
England declared their first innings after posting a mammoth total of 524 runs. Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope scored centuries, while Joe Root made a quick fifty. This gave England a lead of 352 runs.
Broad Picks Up Five-Wicket Haul
Stuart Broad took five wickets, as Ireland were bowled out for 172. Paul Stirling, James McCollum and Curtis Campher were the standouts for the visitors.
Australia Confirm WTC Final 2023 Squad; Josh Hazlewood, David Warner Make the Cut
Australia have announced their squad for the World Test Championship Final in 2023. Josh Hazlewood and David Warner were among the players selected.
Conclusion
After Day 2 of the ENG vs IRE match, England are in a commanding position, as Ireland trail by 255 runs. Australia have also confirmed their squad for the World Test Championship Final in 2023, with Josh Hazlewood and David Warner making the cut.