England’s Second Test Squad for The Ashes 2023: Josh Tongue Gets the Nod Against Australia

England Include Josh Tongue In All-Pace Attack For Second Ashes Test

In a bold move, England have decided to include the young and promising fast bowler, Josh Tongue in their all-pace attack for the highly anticipated second Ashes test against Australia. The Worcestershire pacer comes in as the only change from the team that lost the first test at Edgbaston to replace off-spinner Moeen Ali.

Moeen was nursing a cut on his spinning finger but was expected to play after bowling in the nets on Monday. However, it seems like England’s management has chosen to go with an all-out pace attack which will be led by Stuart Broad and James Anderson.

Tongue made a memorable debut against Ireland earlier this month when he picked up 5 wickets for just 66 runs. With his height and speed, he can prove to be extremely dangerous on English pitches where swing bowling plays such an important role.

Australia Encouraged After “Under-Par” Performance In First Test: Labuschagne

The Australian batsman who impressed everyone with his gritty half-century in the first innings of the opening test at Edgbaston, Marnus Labuschagne said that they were encouraged despite their under-par performance overall. Speaking about their victory over England in Birmingham, he added that winning while not playing your best cricket is always special.

Sophie Ecclestone Must Be Protected As She Emerges As A Generational Talent

Sophie Ecclestone once again showed her immense potential as she picked up two crucial wickets on day two of the one-off Ashes test against Australia. However, it is important to remember that despite her young age and phenomenal talent, she must be protected from being overworked or overplayed.

As England’s premier spinner in all formats of the game, Ecclestone has a long career ahead of her and it is important that England’s management handles her carefully. With proper guidance and support, she can prove to be a generational talent for English cricket.

Tammy Beaumont Scores Double Century Against Best Team In The World

The England women’s team opener Tammy Beaumont made history by scoring their first-ever double century in Test cricket. She achieved this feat against none other than the world champions themselves – Australia.

Scoring 214 runs off just 321 balls with 33 fours and a six, Tammy showed remarkable patience and skill throughout her innings which lasted nearly eight hours on Day Two at Taunton. Her performance put England in control of the match as they declared at 275/9 leaving Australia with a mammoth task ahead of them.

England Women Lose To Australia Despite Competing Till The End

The England women’s team fought hard but ultimately lost to their Australian counterparts in the one-off Test match held at Trent Bridge. Despite showing great character throughout the match, they were unable to capitalize on key moments which cost them dearly.

Batting first after winning the toss, Heather Knight-led side scored 280 runs thanks largely due to Tammy Beaumont’s double ton. They then reduced Australia to 177/5 before Meg Lanning played an excellent inning under pressure helping Aussies take lead eventually leading them towards victory by nine wickets with only four overs remaining on day four.