England vs Ireland Test: Stokes & Co Dominate Day 1
On Day 1 of the England vs Ireland Test match, Ben Stokes and his team have taken a commanding lead over the Irish side. This was due to the superb centuries scored by Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope. Joe Root is also looking comfortable at the wicket with England’s lead now surpassing the 200-run mark.
Broad Claims 5-Wicket Haul as Ireland Bowled Out for 172
Stuart Broad was the star of the show as he picked up a five-wicket haul to bowl Ireland out for 172. Paul Stirling, James McCollum and Curtis Campher all got starts but failed to convert them. After coming to bat, England’s openers were in a destructive mood as they struck fifties with the bat. However, Crawley was dismissed while attempting to play a rash shot.
Ireland Playing XI
The Ireland Playing XI for the match was as follows: James McCollum, PJ Moor, Andy Balbirnie (capt), Harry Tector, Paul Stirling, Lorcan Tucker (wk), Curtis Campher, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Fionn Hand, Graham Hume.
England Playing XI
The England Playing XI for the match was as follows: Ben Duckett, Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Ben Stokes (c), Harry Brook, Jonny Bairstow (w), Stuart Broad, Matthew Parkinson, Jofra Archer, Jack Leach.
Conclusion
After a strong performance on Day 1, England have taken a commanding lead over Ireland in the Test match. The Irish side were unable to convert their starts with the bat and were eventually bowled out for 172. England’s openers were in good form with the bat and the lead has now gone past the 200-run mark. It remains to be seen how the match will progress over the next few days.