Australia Seizes Top Spot in ICC Test Rankings After Thrilling Victory Over England
Australia have claimed the number one spot in the ICC Test Rankings following a spectacular victory against England in the first Ashes Test at The Edgbaston in Birmingham. Despite trailing for the majority of the game, the Pat Cummins-led team managed to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat, winning by two wickets. The Aussies, who had previously been in second place with 116 points, have now overtaken India, who were in first place with 121 points, though the ICC has yet to make any changes to the rankings.
ENG vs AUS Highlights: Cummins, Lyon Shine with Bat as Australia Triumph in 1st Ashes Test
The first Ashes Test of 2023 saw a remarkable display from England. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, the hosts employed a Bazball strategy that put Australia under immense pressure as they continued to chase down the bowlers and score runs at a rate of around 5. Jonny Bairstow (78), Zack Crawley (61), and thirties from Harry Brook and Ollie Pope enabled England to reach a total of 374.
Australia Dig Deep to Secure Victory
Australia fought back with determination and skill. After David Warner’s fifty, Steve Smith’s century, and Marnus Labuschagne’s sixty, the Aussies were in a position to reach the target. However, they were met with a strong resistance from the English bowlers, and a last-minute surge from Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon was needed to secure the win.
Conclusion
The first Ashes Test of 2023 was an exciting affair, with Australia ultimately emerging victorious. Thanks to their remarkable performance, the Aussies have now claimed the top spot in the ICC Test Rankings, though the ICC has yet to make any official changes.