England vs Ireland Test: Ben Stokes & Co. Dominate Day 1
England have asserted their dominance over Ireland on Day 1 of the England vs Ireland Test match thanks to impressive centuries from Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope. Joe Root is also looking comfortable at the wicket, as the English lead has extended past the 200-run mark.
Stuart Broad Picks Up 5-Wicket Haul
The Irish side were bowled out for 172 runs, with Paul Stirling, James McCollum and Curtis Campher all getting off to good starts, but unable to convert them. England’s openers then took to the crease in a destructive fashion, both scoring fifties. However, Zak Crawley was dismissed after attempting a rash shot.
Ireland Playing XI
The Irish team for the Test match was as follows: James McCollum, PJ Moor, Andy Balbirnie (captain), Harry Tector, Paul Stirling, Lorcan Tucker (wicket-keeper), Curtis Campher, Andy McBrine, Mark Adair, Fionn Hand and Graham Hume.
England Playing XI
The England team for the Test match consisted of the following players: Ben Duckett, Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Ben Stokes (captain), Harry Brook, Jonny Bairstow (wicket-keeper), Stuart Broad, Matthew Parkinson, Jofra Archer and Dominic Bess.
Conclusion
England have had a strong start to the Test match against Ireland, with Ben Stokes and Co. dominating Day 1. Stuart Broad picked up a 5-wicket haul as Ireland were bowled out for 172, while England’s openers were in fine form with the bat. The English lead has now extended past the 200-run mark, with Joe Root looking comfortable at the wicket.