England managed to register a narrow win in the first T20I against Australia. In a match where a total of 400+ runs were amassed by both teams, the fans were pushed to the edge of their seats until the last ball of the game was bowled. England managed to edge past the hosts in the high-scoring match by 8 runs to carry forward their brilliant run of form which they gathered in their series win against Pakistan a few days ago.&nbsp;



Australia meanwhile was left bamboozled after their bowling unit was taken to the cleaners at first which was followed by their batters falling marginally short of the target. It's time for us to have a look at the top three talking points from England's victory over Australia in the first T20I match.&nbsp;



<h2>3. Alex Hales has announced his arrival in fine fashion</h2>



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Alex Hales who was newly added to England's squad for the T20 World Cup owing to Johnny Bairstow sustaining a severe injury has well and truly set the stage on fire with brilliant performances on a regular basis for his side. The right-hander has smashed 226 runs in 7 games since his return to England's T20I XI. Hales has shown brilliant execution of his trademark big-hitting abilities and also steers his innings for longer periods at a high strike rate.&nbsp;



He smashed a much-needed 84 off just 51 balls which helped his side register a total of 208 in 20 overs. Opening the batting with Jos Buttler he showed brilliant patience to play the anchor role with Jos Buttler going for the big shots. Once settled, he also took the bowlers on demand and amassed runs for fun. The way he's displayed consistent performances since his return to the side, there's no doubt that he's well and truly ready to shine in the T20 World Cup.



<h2>2. Jos Buttler is back at his imperious best</h2>



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Jos Buttler opened the innings for England after coming back from an injury and proved his worth once again. He smashed a whirlwind 68 off just 32 and helped England get off to an absolute flyer of a start batting first. His being in form was definitely an important thing for his side and it did happen with his not wasting any time to amass runs just like before.&nbsp;



The hard-hitting batsman smashed a total of 8 fours and 4 sixes to set up an amazing start to England's innings. Buttler reminded everyone of how much danger he can be when he is in form. His good performances with the bat will be something which England will bank upon during the upcoming T20 World Cup for sure.



<h2>1. England's bowlers did a fantastic job at the death to choke Australia's run chase</h2>



Despite the batsmen stealing the show with their brilliant big-hitting abilities in the game, it was the bowlers who also had a really crucial impact in the game. Just minutes after seeing that Australia was in total control of the run chase and needed just 40 runs in the last four overs, the bowlers did a fantastic job to derail the innings with their brilliant execution.&nbsp;



Mark Wood, <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reece_Topley">Reece Topley</a> and Sam Curran lived up to their worth as they managed to outplay the likes of well-set David warner, Mathew Wade and Daniel Sams by dismissing them all, each of whom could win Australia the game on their own. The bowlers have away just 31 runs in the last four overs besides picking up three wickets to set up England's win.&nbsp;



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England vs Australia 1st T20I: 3 Talking Points from England?s win

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At?the?Manuka?Oval,?England?defeated?Australia?for?the?second?time?in?a?row?in?the?second?Twenty20?International?of?the?three-match?series. With this win, the visitors have taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. Jos Buttler's lead side registered another narrow win over the hosts thanks to some great performances from all the departments of the team.



A fairly good performance from the batters followed by an excellent display by the bowlers saved the day for their team as they try to strengthen their preparations ahead of the World T20, which is just a couple of weeks away.



The Australia captain, Aaron Finch, won the toss and opted to field first once again, just like the previous match. England got off to a shaky start, as they lost both of their in-form openers inside the power play. 



Ben Stokes too walked back cheaply for 7. Hard-hitting batsman Harry Brook too perished just for 1 with England reduced to 54/4 in the 9th over. Moeen Ali, who was in at no. 6, started setting up a much-needed partnership with well-set David Malan as the duo started rebuilding the innings.?



Both the left-handers displayed an exceptional range of shots as they stitched up a fine partnership together to get their side out of a hole. 



With Moeen Ali's dismissal for 44, his stand with Malan came to an end at 92. Despite the stand being broken, David Malan who was in fine rhythm didn't let the momentum shift away from the batting side as he found some fantastic shots towards the death overs to take the total to 178 in 20 overs.



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Australia didn't have the perfect start to their run chase as they lost both their openers at a score of 22.



Glenn Maxwell too couldn't manage to get the quick runs and ended up perishing for just Mitchell Marsh who was well set stitched up a fine partnership with Marcus Stoinis but with the untimely wicket of Stonis at 22, the partnership was cut short at 40.



Marsh, who was looking fine, was dismissed five short of his fifty with Australia 5 down for 114. Tim David, who was in at No. 6, smashed some magnificent shots to get Australia back into the game.



However, once again, the England bowlers did brilliantly as <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_Curran">Sam Curran</a> dismissed a dangerous Tim David for 40 as Australia was cruising towards a win.



With his wicket, the next two overs couldn't get big enough for Australia as the England bowlers did a fantastic job to choke the runs. Despite some good shots from Pat Cummins towards the last moments of the match Australia fell short by just 8 runs just like they did in the first match.



Sam Curran was the peak of the bowlers with 3 wickets to his name. England's Dawid Malan was awarded the man of the match for his brilliant 82-run innings.?



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England vs Australia 2nd T20I Match Report - England defeat Australia to take a 2-0 lead

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England registered another narrow win in a heart-enthralling encounter. The victory, which was the second in a row for the hosts, helped them take an unassailable 2-0 lead in the series. Individual batting brilliance, combined with courageous bowling performances, helped the team narrowly defeat Australia.



The match took an incredible amount of twists and turns and was good enough to keep the fans at the edge of their seats all the time. Everyone got to see some fine moments throughout both the innings, which played a crucial role in the outcome of the game. It's time for us to have a look at the top 3 talking points from England's fine win over Australia.?



<h2>3. Moeen Ali proved his worth with the bat</h2>



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England were in a spot of bother when they were reduced to 54/4 while batting first. The Australian bowlers seemed to be in total control of the game when Moeen Ali, who came in to bat at No. 6, joined Dawin Malan. The left-hander showed superbly good resistance with the bat. He first tried to stabilize the innings with brilliant strokes to rotate the strike at regular intervals.?



Once he was settled, he went for the big shots immediately. His 44-run innings consisted of four fours and a couple of sixes. His 92-run stand with Malan proved to be pretty crucial for England to win the game.



<h2>2. Sam Curran's fantastic spell of bowling didn't let Australia stand a chance</h2>



Sam Curran was undoubtedly the pick of the bowlers on his side. The 24-year-old did a fantastic job to restrict the Australians with brilliantly planned lines and lengths. His amazing spell of 3/25 in 4 overs played a crucial role in England taking the driver's seat in the game. The pacer bowled the tough overs, and his economical bowling towards the death was absolutely remarkable.?



He bagged wickets of Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis and <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tim_David">Tim David</a>, each of whom had the ability to change the game by themselves. His brilliance with the ball was what England banked upon to win the match in the end.



<h2>1. David Malan won it for England with a fine innings</h2>



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England's batting was jolted early in the powerplay when both openers were sent back to the pavilion. The batters who had come in after the early wickets, too, couldn't find their rhythm. It was. David Malan alone, who stood firm at one end and kept steering the inning and finding the big shot. The left-hander brilliantly resisted the tough spells and didn't throw his wicket away.?



Even when England's batting order seemed to crumble totally, Malan never let the momentum shift towards the opposition. He found some able support from Moeen Ali, who helped the flow of runs to continue. Malan smashed a brilliant half-century at a great strike rate and went on to bat until the last over. Had it not been for his brilliant 49-ball 82, England would never have been able to post a decent total on the board and hence win the match.



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England vs Australia 2nd T20I: 3 Talking Points

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England vs Australia Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Team, Playing11, Pitch Report, Where to Watch - T20 World Cup 2022: England will face Australia on 28th October at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in match no 26 of the ICC Men?s T20 World Cup 2022.?



The contest between the old foes is one of the most anticipated games, after the rivalry between India-Pakistan, of this year?s T20 World Cup. England and Australia?s feud goes down as cricket?s purest rivalry which isn?t driven by any other factor but just cricket.



The fixture will be crucial for both teams as the situation in Group 1 has become tenser. While a race to the T20 World Cup 2022 semi-final is on, both England and Australia would fancy their remaining chances to seal one spot for themselves.



England and Australia, both have two points apiece after playing two group-stage games. However, England?s net run rate is far better as compared to that of Australia, who were choked by New Zealand in the T20 World Cup 2022 opener.



The reigning champions did well to make a comeback after their tournament?s early defeat against Black Caps. The Aussies trumped Sri Lanka by seven wickets and pulled things back a little bit. Certainly, they will be eying to continue that winning momentum and progress further in the lead-up to the semi-finals.



On the other side, England, after making a strong statement against Afghanistan in the first match, were stunned by Ireland a couple of days ago. England faced a humiliating defeat against Irish players that has put them in a tricky situation. But the Englishmen would be keen to make a rebound and make amends for the flaws in their campaign.



Nevertheless, a thrilling contest is definitely on the cards as England meets Australia at MCG on 27th October.?This article will lead you through England vs Australia Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Team, Playing11, Pitch Report, Where to Watch - T20 World Cup 2022.



<h2>England vs Australia Match Details:</h2>



Tournament:&nbsp;ICC Men?s T20 World Cup 2022, Australia



Match:?England vs Australia, Match 26



Day/Date:?Friday/28th October 2022



Time:?1:30 PM IST



Venue:?Melbourne Cricket Ground



<h2>England vs Australia Melbourne Cricket Ground Pitch Report:</h2>



Once again there are chances that delays and interruptions will be caused by rain showers all thanks to the weather conditions in Melbourne. The surface will be sticky and it may not be an ideal situation to bat. The boundaries are long and high-scoring matches are far from view at this venue.



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<h2>England vs Australia Playing11:?</h2>



England: Jos Buttler (c &amp; wk), Alex Hales, Dawid Malan, Ben Stokes, Liam Livingstone, Harry Brook, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran, Chris Woakes, Adil Rashid, Mark Wood



Australia: David Warner, Aaron Finch (c), Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Matthew Wade (wk), Pat Cummins, Ashton Agar, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood



<h2>England vs Australia Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Team:?</h2>



David Warner, Jos Buttler (vc), Alex Hales, Dawid Malan, Mitchell Marsh, Marcus Stoinis, Moeen Ali, Sam Curran (c), Mark Wood, Josh Hazlewood, Pat Cummins



<h2>Where to Watch England vs Australia Match?</h2>



Live Telecast/Broadcast:&nbsp;Star Sports Network



Live Streaming:?Disney Plus Hotstar



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England vs Australia Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Team, Playing11, Pitch Report, Where to Watch - T20 World Cup 2022

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The Ashes 2023: One of cricket's oldest rivalries will be on display in the Ashes 2023 fixture between England and Australia. Two historical rivals meet at least once every two years in a usually five-match test series known as The Ashes. We will explore The Ashes 2023 Schedule, Fixtures, Full Squads, Venue, Timing, and more in this post.



The opportunity to host The Ashes is offered alternately, and England will host The Ashes this year. On 15th March, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) revealed the whole schedule for the five-match Test series, including venues and dates.



<a href="https://www.cricbuzz.com/profiles/6557/ben-stokes" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ben Stokes</a>, the captain of England, is now competing in the IPL for the CSK team. Prior to playing Australia in the Ashes, England, coached by Brendon McCullum and spearheaded by Ben Stokes, is scheduled to welcome Ireland in a one-off Test match at London's Lord's Cricket Stadium in the first week of June. The anticipated Ashes series would begin on June 16 at Birmingham's iconic Edgbaston stadium.



After that, the teams will go to Lord's (June 28?July 2) and Headingley (July 6?10), the site of Stokes' 2019 heroics, before concluding the series at Emirates Old Trafford (July 19?23) and The Kia Oval (July 27-31).



With the white-ball team of England attempting to defend their 50-over World Cup later in the year beginning in October in India, it will be the first time in the 139-year history of the Ashes that there is no Test in August.



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The team in possession of the Ashes retains the trophy if the series is tied. Australia recently defeated England to win the Ashes. There have been 72 Ashes series in all; of those, Australia has won 34, England has won 32, and six have resulted in draws.



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block"><nav><ul><li class=""><a href="#the-ashes-2023-schedule-fixtures-venues-and-timing">The Ashes 2023 Schedule, Fixtures, Venues, and Timing</a></li><li class=""><a href="#the-ashes-2023-squads">The Ashes 2023 Squads</a></li></ul></nav></div>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="the-ashes-2023-schedule-fixtures-venues-and-timing">The Ashes 2023 Schedule, Fixtures, Venues, and Timing</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Date</td><td>Match Details</td><td>Venue</td><td>Time</td><td>IST</td></tr><tr><td>June 16- June 20</td><td>ENG vs AUS, 1st Test</td><td>Edgbaston, Birmingham</td><td>10:00 AM</td><td>3:30 PM</td></tr><tr><td>June 28- July 2</td><td>ENG vs AUS, 2nd Test</td><td>Lord?s, London</td><td>10:00 AM</td><td>3:30 PM</td></tr><tr><td>July 6- July 10</td><td>ENG vs AUS, 3rd Test</td><td>Headingley, Leeds</td><td>10:00 AM</td><td>3:30 PM</td></tr><tr><td>July 19- July 23</td><td>ENG vs AUS, 4th Test</td><td>Old Trafford, Manchester</td><td>10:00 AM</td><td>3:30 PM</td></tr><tr><td>July 27- July 31</td><td>ENG vs AUS, 5th Test</td><td>The Oval, London</td><td>10:00 AM</td><td>3:30 PM</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="the-ashes-2023-squads">The Ashes 2023 Squads</h2>



Australian Squad (first two tests): PAT CUMMINS (C), STEVE SMITH (VC), MITCHELL STARC, MARNUS LABUSCHAGNE, DAVID WARNER, SCOTT BOLAND, ALEX CAREY, CAMERON GREEN, MARCUS HARRIS, JOSH HAZLEWOOD, TRAVIS HEAD, JOSH INGLIS, USMAN KHAWAJA, NATHAN LYON, MITCHELL MARSH, TODD MURPHY, MATTHEW RENSHAW.



The ECB has not released any updates regarding the squads. Australian and England's players are currently featuring in IPL in India and the Ashes 2023 will just start after the WTC final and the IPL 2023 concludes.



The Ben Stokes-led England side has adopted a new style of cricket for the test format known as "Bazball," and they will undoubtedly approach the Australians this season with a similar ferocity. It will be interesting to observe what Australia prepares and how they carry out their plans in contrast to the force of New England.



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The Ashes 2023 Schedule, Fixture, Full Squads, Venue, Timing, and more | ENG vs AUS 2023

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Ashes 2023: England announce 16-member squad for first two Test against Australia: The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has finally announced its 16-member squad for the first two test matches against Australia for the upcoming Ashes 2023. The cricket board has named the same test squad that faced Ireland in the one-off test recently.



The Men's Ashes 2023 between England and Australia is scheduled to begin on June 16 in Edgbaston, Birmingham. The five-match series will then advance to Lord's London followed by a game in Leeds, Manchester and Kennington Oval respectively.



The 16-member England squad for the first two tests of the Ashes 2023 include Josh Tongue, who was impressive in his debut game against Ireland. Tongue picked three wickets on day two of the contest and helped England close in on a comprehensive win at Lord's. 



It is important to note that England's only match preparation before Ashes 2023 is with Ireland, the game which is likely to be wrapped up anytime soon. England has reduced Ireland to 356/8 in the second innings after notching up a massive 524 runs in the first innings. 



Josh Tongue was drafted into the England side as fitness concerns in Ollie Robinson and James Anderson surfaced. The two senior pacers have been rested for the ongoing one-off Ireland test but will be available for selection against Australia in the Ashes 2023.



The 16-man strong English side will be led by all-rounder Ben Stokes, who has made a strong test portfolio for himself after winning 10 of his previous 12 matches. Stokes will be leading England in the Ashes for the first time in his career.



Wicketkeeping duties will be assumed by Jonny Bairstow, who has recovered from a freak leg fracture. Bairstow missed the T20 World Cup 2022 in Australia and England's test leg against Pakistan and New Zealand due to the injury.



The pace battery comprising James Anderson, Stuart Broad, and Ollie Robinson will once again be in action. Besides, the three aforementioned pacers, England will also have the services of Chris Woakes, Mark Wood and Josh Tongue.



Down below is England's 16-member strong squad for Ashes 2023 against Australia.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">England Ashes 2023 Squad </h2>



Ben Stokes (c), Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Ben Duckett, Harry Brook, Joe Root, Stuart Broad, Matthew Potts, Jonny Bairstow (wk), Jack Leach, Chris Woakes, Ollie Robinson, Josh Tongue, James Anderson, Mark Wood, Daniel Lawrence.



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For more details head to ECB's official <a href="https://www.ecb.co.uk/">website</a>.

Ashes 2023: England announce 16-member squad for first two Test against Australia

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Fans enjoy watching all of the international cricket matches, by the way. The fervor and excitement of the supporters, though, is at its peak when India and Pakistan or England and Australia play each other.



On June 16, England and Australia will play the opening game of their five-game Test series at Birmingham's Edgbaston Stadium. Starting at 3:30 PM Indian Time, the game will begin. The Australian squad has dominated these series more heavily if we look at the last five. The Australian team has triumphed in three of the last five series, whereas the English team has only achieved that feat once. There was a series of draws at the same time.



While the team led by Pat Cummins will advance to compete against England by winning the World Test Championship final match against Australia in 2023, the rest of the team, including captain Ben Stokes, will attempt to take advantage of the match taking place on England's home pitch.



In this article, you will get the full match Details of 1st match of the Ashes between Australia and England along with the Dream 11 team, Pitch Report, and the Expected Playing 11 of both teams.



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block" id="rank-math-toc"><h2>In This Article</h2><nav><ul><li class=""><a href="#match-details">Match Details</a></li><li class=""><a href="#eng-vs-aus-pitch-report">ENG vs AUS: Pitch Report</a></li><li class=""><a href="#eng-vs-aus-head-to-head">ENG vs AUS: Head-to-Head</a></li><li class=""><a href="#england-vs-australia-dream-11-team">England vs Australia Dream 11 Team</a></li><li class=""><a href="#england-expected-playing-11">England Expected Playing 11</a></li><li class=""><a href="#australia-expected-playing-11">Australia Expected Playing 11</a></li><li class=""><a href="#where-to-watch-the-ashes-2023">Where to Watch The Ashes 2023</a></li></ul></nav></div>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="match-details">Match Details</h2>



<ul>
<li>Series - The Ashes, 2023</li>



<li>Match - ENG vs AUS, 1st Test</li>



<li>Date - June 16, 2023 - Tuesday, June 20, 2023</li>



<li>Day - Friday</li>



<li>Time - 3:30 PM</li>



<li>Venue - Edgbaston, Birmingham</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="eng-vs-aus-pitch-report">ENG vs AUS: Pitch Report</h2>



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At Edgbaston in Birmingham, the first Test match between England and Australia will be contested. This venue has hosted 56 Test matches in all, 19 of which have been won by the team batting first and 21 by the side chasing runs. At Edgbaston's ground, the average first-inning score is 306 runs, while the average fourth-inning score is 160 runs. Both fast bowlers and batsmen benefit from the pitch.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="eng-vs-aus-head-to-head">ENG vs AUS: Head-to-Head</h2>



<ul>
<li>Total Matches: 356</li>



<li>Australia Won: 150</li>



<li>England Won: 110</li>



<li>Draws: 96</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="england-vs-australia-dream-11-team">England vs Australia Dream 11 Team</h2>



Wicketkeepers: Alex Carey, Ben Duckett Batsmen: Steve Smith (c), Joe Root (VC), Travis Head, Ollie Pope All-rounders: Ben Stokes, Cameron Green Bowlers: James Anderson, Pat Cummins, Stuart Broad



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="england-expected-playing-11">England Expected Playing 11</h2>



Ben Duckett, Jack Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jonny Bairstow (wk), Moeen Ali, Stuart Broad, Ollie Robinson, James Anderson



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="australia-expected-playing-11">Australia Expected Playing 11</h2>



David Warner, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith, Travis Head, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wk), Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins (c), Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="where-to-watch-the-ashes-2023">Where to Watch The Ashes 2023</h2>



The Ashes match between England and Australia will be live-streamed on Sony Sports Network in India.



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ENG vs AUS Dream11 Team, Fantasy Team, Playing11, Head-to-Head, Pitch Repot, Where to Watch The Ashes 2023

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ENG vs AUS: The first match of the five-match Ashes 2023 series is being played between England and Australia at the Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham. England captain Ben Stokes decided to bat first after winning the toss, the team had already declared the innings by scoring 393 runs at the loss of eight on the first day.



The opening of the Australian squad, which came to bat, was nothing exceptional after 391 runs in England's first innings. The English side appeared to be going on the offensive against the Kangaroo team as 3 wickets fell for just 67 runs. The squad has now advanced to a solid position because to Usman Khawaja's stunning 289-ball 126, which included 14 fours and two sixes. Australia has scored 311 runs at the end of the second day of play while losing 5 wickets. Still, England leads by 82 runs.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="match-details">Match Details</h2>



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<li>Match: ENG vs AUS, 1st Test</li>



<li>Series: The Ashes, 2023</li>



<li>Day: Friday</li>



<li>Date: June 16, 2023 - Tuesday, June 20, 2023</li>



<li>Toss: England won the toss and opt to bat</li>



<li>Venue: Edgbaston, Birmingham</li>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="england-scorecard-1st-inning">England Scorecard 1st Inning</h2>



In the first innings, the England batsmen were batting in such a way that it seemed that they had come to play ODI and not Test match. For England, his opener batsman Zak Crawley scored 61 runs in 73 balls. After that Joe Root played an inning of 108 runs in 152 balls with the help of 7 fours and 4 sixes. The special thing about England's first innings was that they scored at a rate of 5 runs per over.



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>BATTING</th><th>R</th><th>B</th><th>4s</th><th>6s</th><th>SR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Zak Crawley&nbsp;</td><td>61</td><td>73</td><td>7</td><td>0</td><td>83.56</td></tr><tr><td>Ben Duckett&nbsp;</td><td>12</td><td>10</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>120.00</td></tr><tr><td>Ollie Pope&nbsp;</td><td>31</td><td>44</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>70.45</td></tr><tr><td>Joe Root&nbsp;</td><td>118</td><td>152</td><td>7</td><td>4</td><td>77.63</td></tr><tr><td>Harry Brook&nbsp;</td><td>32</td><td>37</td><td>4</td><td>0</td><td>86.48</td></tr><tr><td>Ben Stokes (c)</td><td>1</td><td>8</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>12.50</td></tr><tr><td>Jonny Bairstow </td><td>78</td><td>78</td><td>12</td><td>0</td><td>100.00</td></tr><tr><td>Moeen Ali&nbsp;</td><td>18</td><td>17</td><td>2</td><td>1</td><td>105.88</td></tr><tr><td>Stuart Broad&nbsp;</td><td>16</td><td>21</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>76.19</td></tr><tr><td>Ollie Robinson&nbsp;</td><td>17</td><td>31</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>54.83</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="australia-scorecard-1st-inning">Australia Scorecard 1st Inning</h2>



After the World Test Championship, opener batsman David Warner, who is going through the last phase of Test cricket, could not perform anything special even in the first match of the Ashes Trophy, he hit 2 fours in 27 balls but was dismissed for just 9 runs. Steve Smith, the hero of the final match of WTC 2023, also could not do anything special, he scored only 16 runs in 59 balls. The good thing for Australia is that their opener batsman Usman Khawaja is still deployed at the crease.



<figure class="wp-block-table"><table><thead><tr><th>BATTING</th><th>R</th><th>B</th><th>4s</th><th>6s</th><th>SR</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>David Warner&nbsp;</td><td>9</td><td>27</td><td>2</td><td>0</td><td>33.33</td></tr><tr><td>Usman Khawaja&nbsp;</td><td>126</td><td>279</td><td>14</td><td>2</td><td>45.16</td></tr><tr><td>Marnus Labuschagne&nbsp;</td><td>0</td><td>1</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>0.00</td></tr><tr><td>Steven Smith&nbsp;</td><td>16</td><td>59</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>27.11</td></tr><tr><td>Travis Head&nbsp;</td><td>50</td><td>63</td><td>8</td><td>1</td><td>79.36</td></tr><tr><td>Cameron Green&nbsp;</td><td>38</td><td>68</td><td>4</td><td>1</td><td>55.88</td></tr><tr><td>Alex Carey </td><td>52</td><td>80</td><td>7</td><td>1</td><td>65.00</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="eng-vs-aus-playing-11">ENG vs AUS Playing 11</h2>



England Playing 11: Ben Duckett, Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jonny Bairstow (wk), Moeen Ali, Stuart Broad, Ollie Robinson, James Anderson



Australia Playing 11: David Warner, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Travis Head, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood, Scott Boland



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ENG vs AUS: Usman Khawaja's brilliant century strengthened the position of the Australia team

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ENG vs AUS Day 4: One of the greatest rivalries in cricket history England vs Australia is currently underway as the Ashes are being played in England this year. The first of Five tests is being played in Edgbaston, Birmingham where Day 3 was heavily affected by rain. Here, in this post, we will walk you through the ENG vs AUS Day 4 Weather Forecast and Pitch Report of Birmingham, England.



England won the toss and elected to bowl first and it was strange that they scored 393 runs with the loss of 8 wickets and then declared. It has never happened in history that the team batting first declares with being all out on day one. Nevertheless, Australia batted and batted beautifully. Khawaja's century helps Australia to near the lead and they were just 7 runs behind when they got all out. 



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="eng-vs-aus-day-3-overview">ENG vs AUS Day 3 Overview</h2>



Only 32 over were bowled on Day 3 as the rain interrupted back and forth. Australia were quite aggressive at the start but Carey lost his wicket. Cummins and Khawaja's 40+ runs partnership left England with just 20 runs lead and then the display of excellent planning and execution by Stokes and co. blew everyone's mind. Khawaja, Lyon, Boland, and Cummins, all those wickets were perfectly planned and executed at the middle.



Less than an hour after lunch, it started to rain. It paused for a short period, and when play began, the two England openers had to deal with a really challenging stretch of play under overcast conditions. Australia had their tail up, and the ball was moving more than it had during the whole Test. The sole goal was to stay alive because the rain was coming by. However, Cummins and Boland thwarted such strategies, leaving the hosts two down with a 35-run lead.



Rain forced the loss of nearly 57 overs, hence Days 4 and 5 will be extended by 30 minutes. This test is still in perfect balance.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="eng-vs-aus-day-4-weather-forecast">ENG vs AUS Day 4 Weather Forecast</h2>



The Ashes 2023 (Australia tour of England) | England vs Australia Test match is being played at Edgbaston, Birmingham, England from June 16 to June 20 starting at 10:30 AM Local and 3:00 PM IST.



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ACC TO WEATHER.COM, the weather is predicted to be partially overcast Throughout the day. There is an 8% chance of rain till lunch and later, the probability remains 1% towards the evening. The Temperature in the morning is expected to be at 18? C and rise up to 23? C in the evening.



Winds with a speed of around 15-18KMPH will gust towards the Southwest. Humidity will also stay at the average rate of 50% (around 70% in the morning and falls to 40% in the evening). So, possibilities of rain are always there when it is England but we can expect a pretty healthy and decent day 4 of the test match, especially from the bowling point of view.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="eng-vs-aus-day-4-pitch-report">ENG vs AUS Day 4 Pitch Report </h2>



The Edgbaston Stadium Pitch is recognized for having a surface that is favorable for batting while still giving the bowlers something they can experiment with. Its surface often provides pace and steady bounce, making it ideal for strokes and allowing hitters to demonstrate their batting skills.



Unless Birmingham experiences overcast weather, in which case quick bowlers will benefit from the circumstances, an even match is typically predicted. Additionally, the pitch activates the spinners for Days 4 and 5.



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ENG vs AUS Day 4 Weather Forecast and Pitch Report of Birmingham, England | Will Rain Play Spoiler?

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ENG vs AUS Day 5: The Ashes series between England and Australia, one of the greatest rivalries in cricket history, is currently underway in England. The first of five tests is being played at Edgbaston, Birmingham, where Day 3 was severely hampered by rain and Day 4 was cloudy. In this post, we will walk you through the ENG vs AUS Day 5 Weather Forecast and Pitch Report of Birmingham, England.



The game is hanging perfectly in the balance as Australia managed to bundle out England within 68 overs yet another time with a total of 280 runs' lead on board. It is a good total with the fact that it is Australia that have to bat last on Day 5 pitch. Spin is now in roll, speedsters are getting aids off the surface, and at the same time, once the ball is old, it is quite easy for batters to hit the ball out of the park.



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="eng-vs-aus-day-4-overview">ENG vs AUS Day 4 Overview</h2>



Might be the Yorker of the Year, Cummins to Pope; perfect inswinger into the off-stump which opens up Pope completely. Root, Stokes, and Brook all made valuable contributions as England battled hard, but none of them reached the special figure of 50. Australia managed to bowl out the hosts for 273, with Lyon and Cummins each taking four wickets.



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In response, David Warner and Usman Khawaja played some of their most confident and upbeat cricket in this last session. Warner was looking menacing with the new ball, but he edged Robinson's wide delivery at the end. Then quickly came Stuart Broad's show, a swing bowling demonstration in which every delivery seemed like an event. He was able to bowl two excellent outswingers that caught the edge of Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne.



Since then, Scott Boland took on the duties of the night watchman, while Usman Khawaja is keeping things combined at the other end much as he did in the first innings. On the last day, Australia had seven wickets in hand and needed 174 runs to win. Despite Australia's deep batting lineup, the game is now open to any outcome.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="eng-vs-aus-day-5-weather-forecast">ENG vs AUS Day 5 Weather Forecast</h2>



The Ashes 2023 (Australia tour of England) | England vs Australia Test match is being played at Edgbaston, Birmingham, England from June 16 to June 20 starting at 10:30 AM Local and 3:00 PM IST.



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ACC TO WEATHER.COM, the weather is predicted to be overcast Throughout the day. There are chances of rain. 30-50% chance of rain till lunch and later, the probability remains around 30% towards the evening. The Temperature in the morning is expected to be at 16? C and rise up to 22? C in the evening.



Winds with a speed of around 9-11KMPH will gust towards the west. Humidity will also stay at the average rate of 70% (around 92%+ in the morning and falls to 60% in the evening). So, the possibilities of rain are always there when it is England but we can hope for a pretty healthy and decent day 4 of the test match.



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="eng-vs-aus-day-5-pitch-report">ENG vs AUS Day 5 Pitch Report </h2>



The Edgbaston Stadium Pitch is known for having a surface that is good for batting while also providing the bowlers with something new to experiment with. Its surface frequently offers pace and consistent bounce, making it perfect for strokes and letting batters show off their hitting skills. The Pitch used for the first test was quite dry and flat from day 1.



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Birmingham is going to have cloudy weather, which will be advantageous for quick bowlers. The terms are now equal, with a tiny edge going to the bowling side. On Day 5, the pitch also turns on the spinners.



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ENG vs AUS Day 5 Weather Forecast and Pitch Report of Birmingham, England | Will Rain Play Spoiler?

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The India and Pakistan rivalry has been a great contest on the cricket field, as well as the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, marked by intense competition between the neighbouring nations and passionate fan engagement. It has often been seen that ever since the two teams have stopped playing bilaterals against eachother, these two are featured in every ICC tournament, which draw millions of spectators.  
The rivalry only intensifies, every time the two nations play against eachother, be it the Cricket World Cup or the ICC Champions Trophy. Such has been India’s domination in the ICC events, that they claimed successive wins in both the One-Day as well as the T20 World Cup. However, the Champions Trophy results have been contrasting with Pakistan’s infamous victory in the CT 2017 final against India, as well as their memorable 10-wickets win against India in the T20 World Cup of 2021.    
Clearly, the India vs Pakistan games are celebration of cricket to its peak, where every ball, every run, and every wicket carries the weightage of national pride.
<h2 dir="ltr">Here’s the strongest combined playing XI from the current squads of India and Pakistan for ICC Champions Trophy 2025:</h2>
<h3 dir="ltr">1: Rohit Sharma (C)</h3>
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Rohit Sharma - The Indian skipper at the top (Image Credit: X)
Indian captain and opener Rohit Sharma will be a part of the India-Pakistan combine playing XI. The right-handed batter has exceptional records and stats in ICC tournaments for the Indian Cricket Team.
As of now, Rohit Sharma has scored a total of 10,866 runs with an average of 49.16, including 31 centuries and 57 fifties in ODIs. Sharma has this ability to score quick runs and introduce the x-factor of the game for his side. 
<h3 dir="ltr">2: Babar Azam</h3>
Former Pakistan captain and top-order batter Babar Azam would also be a part of the combined ODI playing XI. Though he has been scorched off form recently and has faced sheer criticism, however, the players great antics cannot be overlooked owing to his sudden dip in form. 
As of now, Babar Azam has managed to score 5,957 runs with an average of 56,73, including 19 centuries and 34 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">3: Virat Kohli</h3>
One of the greatest players when it comes to limited overs cricket, Virat Kohli is considered the greatest in the format, while his fearless approach often frightens any bowling attack in the world. 
As of now, Virat Kohli is nearing the great landmark of 14000 ODI runs in international cricket, as he for now has a total of 13,906 runs to his name with an average of 58.18, including 50 centuries and 72 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">4: Shreyas Iyer</h3>
Indian middle-order batter <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shreyas_Iyer">Shreyas Iyer </a>has been a consistent player for the men in blue in the ODI format for a long time. Iyer has been a crucial asset to the India middle-order while delivering match-winning performances in the CWC 2023 as well as the Asia Cup. This is the reason he finds himself in place of Indian star wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant.  
As of now, Shreyas Iyer has put on a total of 2,421 runs with an average of 47.47, including 5 centuries and 18 fifties.
<h3 dir="ltr">5: Mohammad Rizwan</h3>
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New Pakistan skipper - Mohammad Rizwan (Image Credit: X)
Pakistan wicketkeeper Mohammad Rizwan fins his name in this combined playing XI for India and Pakistan. The currently named skipper of the Pakistan limited-overs side, has produced results after his immediate effect.  
As of now, Mohammad Rizwan has scored a total of 2,352 runs with an average of 41.26, including 3 centuries and 15 fifties, however, he is one of the most standout players for Pakistan in the middle-order. 
<h3 dir="ltr">6: Hardik Pandya</h3>
Indian all-rounder <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hardik_Pandya">Hardik Pandya</a> has been the asset for the Indian side, winning matches on several occasions. Pandya has been a responsible batsman down the order with an exemplary record against Pakistan. He on several occasions has won matches for India single-handedly, be it with the bat or with the ball. 
As of now, Hardik Pandya has scored 1769 runs and has taken 84 wickets for the Indian side in the 50-over format.
<h3 dir="ltr">7: Shadab Khan</h3>
Shadab Khan, the Leg-spin bowling all-rounder has been a crucial player for the Pakistan cricket team in recent times.Though Shadab Khan has not featured much for Pakistan in recent times, his services have been relished by the nation when it comes to limited-overs cricket. 
As of now, Shadab Khan has 855 runs and 85 wickets for the Pakistan side to his name.
<h3 dir="ltr">8: Kuldeep Yadav</h3>
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Kuldeep Yadav: The wizard for India in the sub-continent (Image Credit: X)
Kuldeep Yadav, the left-arm Chinaman bowler, has had an immense impact on India’s performances under sub-continent conditions. He is known for his standout services in the ODI format and hence features as the only main spin bowling option in the 11.
As of now, Kuldeep Yadav has taken 172 wickets for the Indian side with an economy of just 4.99.
<h3 dir="ltr">9: Shaheen Shah Afridi</h3>
Shaheen Shah Afridi has seemingly restored his form after his work stress was reduced, as the pacer has this supreme ability to swing the new ball on both sides. For Pakistan, Shaheen has been a proven matchwinner in several high-profile games in ICC tournaments.
As of now, Shaheen Shah Afridi has picked 119 wickets for the Pakistan Cricket Team with an economy of 5.49.
<h3 dir="ltr">10: Jasprit Bumrah</h3>
India’s most deadliest fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah is one of the most feared bowlers in the world currently. Bumrah is an exceptional pacer in all phases of the game, and he can deliver the maximum impact with the new ball as well as in the death overs. Bumrah has not played many ODIs owing to his frequent injuries and still remains doubtful for the Champions Trophy 2025. 
As of now, Jasprit Bumrah has taken a total of 149 wickets with an economy of 4.59 for the Indian side.
<h3 dir="ltr">11: Mohammed Shami</h3>
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Mohammed Shami's return to the Indian side for the Champions Trophy (Image Credit: X) 
Mohammed Shami, the most experienced right-arm fast bowler for India, is set to feature in the upcoming Champions Trophy, as he has never featured for the Indian team ever since the last Cricket World Cup in 2023, where he was the highest wicket-taker of the tournament. 
As of now, Mohammed Shami has clinched a total of 195 wickets for the men in blue with an economy of 5.55.
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India and Pakistan's combined strongest probable 11 picked from their squads for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025

Sighting India vs Pakistan rivalries over ICC events, here is a combined playing 11 from the current squad of both the teams for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

Picking India-Pakistan’s strongest combined Playing XI from current squads for ICC Champions Trophy 2025

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Delhi Capitals IPL 2025: The Delhi Capitals (DC) find themselves in a fascinating position ahead of the IPL 2025 season. The team is primed for success with a revamped squad and a renewed focus. However, one crucial question looms large: who should lead the team? The experienced KL Rahul, or the dependable all-rounder Axar Patel? Let’s break down the dynamics and possibilities that each captaincy option offers.
<h2>KL Rahul: The Veteran Leader</h2>
KL Rahul comes to Delhi with a rich IPL pedigree. Over the years, he has proven himself as a prolific run-scorer, amassing over 4,600 runs at a phenomenal average of 45-plus. His experience as captain of the Punjab Kings and Lucknow Super Giants has shown his ability to guide a team to playoff stages, which he achieved twice with LSG. Rahul’s batting consistency and calm demeanor make him an attractive choice to lead DC.
However, Rahul’s captaincy style has been criticized for being conservative, particularly regarding his strike rate and decision-making in crunch moments. This could be a concern for a team like the Delhi Capitals, which boasts explosive batting talent and needs a captain capable of effectively utilizing this firepower.
<h2>Axar Patel: The Fresh Perspective</h2>
On the other hand, Axar Patel represents a new-age leader with a wealth of experience in high-pressure situations. Axar has been DC's vice-captain and even stepped in as captain for a game in IPL 2024. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball makes him a key player, and his recent appointment as India’s T20 vice-captain adds to his leadership credentials.
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Axar’s performances last season were nothing short of stellar, with 235 runs at a healthy strike rate and 11 wickets at an economy of 7.66. His all-around prowess, coupled with his understanding of the DC squad, makes him a strong contender for the captaincy.
Choosing between Rahul and Axar is essentially a choice between two distinct leadership styles. Rahul brings stability and experience, having captained for multiple IPL seasons. His presence can calm nerves during tense moments, which is invaluable for a team aiming for the playoffs. Axar, however, offers a dynamic and aggressive approach, potentially aligning better with DC’s young and energetic squad.
<h2>Delhi Capitals, the Squad</h2>
Delhi’s 2025 squad is packed with talent across the board. In the batting department, players like Harry Brook, Tristan Stubbs, and Jake Fraser-McGurk add explosive options, while KL Rahul himself remains a cornerstone at number three. The pace unit, led by Mitchell Starc and supported by T Natarajan and Mukesh Kumar, is formidable. However, the reliance on Axar and Kuldeep Yadav in the spin department highlights a potential area of concern.
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Delhi Capitals Squad: Harry Brook, Jake Fraser-McGurk, KL Rahul, Mitchell Starc, T Natarajan, Ashutosh Sharma, Mohit Sharma, Sameer Rizvi, Karun Nair, Faf du Plessis, Mukesh Kumar, Darshan Nalkande, Dushmantha Chameera, Vipraj Nigam, Ajay Mandal, Manwanth Kumar, Trupurana Vijay, Madhav Tiwari. DC retentions: Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Tristan Stubbs, Abishek Porel.
<h2>The Strategic Impact of Captaincy</h2>
Under Rahul, DC might adopt a more methodical approach, relying on his ability to anchor innings and guide young players like Abishek Porel and Fraser-McGurk. Axar’s leadership could inject a more fearless and intuitive style, encouraging aggressive cricket and leveraging DC’s bench strength, including veterans like Faf du Plessis.
One key consideration is how the captaincy might affect their individual performances. While Rahul’s form as an opener has been a consistent asset, Axar’s ability to contribute with both bat and ball is crucial to DC’s balance. Assigning the captaincy to Axar could be a gamble, but it might pay off if it inspires the team to rally around a fresh vision.
Ultimately, the choice of captain will reflect DC’s strategic priorities. If the franchise prioritizes experience and a steady hand, KL Rahul is the natural choice. However, if they aim for a bold and innovative approach, Axar Patel might be the leader to take them to new heights.
Either way, the Delhi Capitals possess the ingredients for a successful campaign, and the captaincy debate only adds to the intrigue surrounding their 2025 IPL journey. They are one of the strong contenders for the trophy this year.

KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

Delhi Capitals faces a tough captaincy choice for IPL 2025: experienced KL Rahul or dynamic Axar Patel. Both offer distinct leadership styles, which will shape DC's approach with their star-studded squad and bold ambitions.

Delhi Capitals must choose between KL Rahul’s steady leadership or Axar Patel’s dynamic approach to maximize their IPL 2025 potential.

Can Delhi Capitals win IPL 2025? KL Rahul or Axar Patel, who could be the Next Leader of Capitals?

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India Cricket Team players are back to the domestic circuit after the BCCI took serious steps, forcing all the players to play for their state. This comes after the indiscipline was reported from the Indian camp during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. 
Following the guidelines by the BCCI, big Indian players Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant, Shubman Gill, KL Rahul and others are all set to take the field for their respective state teams in the upcoming two rounds of the ongoing Ranji Trophy 2024-25. 
Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25, which will begin on 23rd January. Virat Kohli and KL Rahul will be playing for Delhi and Bengaluru, respectively, in the third round of the tournament, which will begin on 30th January. 
With big stars all set to play in Ranji Trophy 2024-25, let's take a look at when Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Rishabh Pant played in the domestic cricket last: 
<h2>When did Virat Kohli last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he scored 14 &amp; 43 in two innings of a match. This didn't help Delhi's cause as they went on to lose the game by by six wickets. 
<h2>When did RIshabh Pant last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rishabh Pant, who will be playing for Delhi in the upcoming match, last played for Delhi in the 2017/18 season's final. He was a leader of the team in that game and had a decent outing with the bat. He scored 21 &amp; 32 in that game, but that wasn't enough as Delhi went on to lose the game by nine wickets. 
<h2>When did Rohit Sharma last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Rohit Sharma featured last time in the Ranji Trophy for Mumbai against Uttar Pradesh in November 2015. He played a magnificent innings for his team as he slammed a magnificent 113-run knock at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. His innings helped the team draw the game. 
<h2>When did Shubman Gill last play in the Ranji Trophy? </h2>
Shubman Gill has been a regular feature in the Ranji Trophy. He last played for Punjab in the quarterfinals against Madhya Pradesh in 2022. The batter didn't have a great outing with the bat as he managed scores of 9 &amp; 19 as MP beat Punjab by 10 wickets. He will be seen in action on 23rd January at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/what-s-going-on-with-india-s-pace-sensation-mayank-yadav-constantly-getting-in-out-of-the-team/#google_vignette">What's going on with India's pace sensation Mayank Yadav? Constantly getting in &amp; out of the team</a>

Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma, Rishabh Pant, Ravindra Jadeja and Shubman Gill will be back in action during the second round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25

Virat Kohli's last appearance in the Ranji Trophy came in November 2012 for Delhi against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad

From Virat Kohli to Shubman Gill: Check when big Indian players played the last domestic match

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IND vs ENG 1st Dream11 Prediction: The wait is over, and Indian fans will be able to see their team in action. Team India will lock horns with Englandi n the first of five T20Is. The clash will begin at 7 PM IST on January 22 at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. Both teams are equipped with world-class players that will spice up the challenge.
The fight will be between the top order on both sides. Suryakumar Yadav will have the responsibility to get the best out of Indian players. They are coming off a series win over South Africa and looked great. England will also try hard to get the winning momentum and prepare for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
IND vs ENG 1st T20I Details
<ul>
<li>Series: England tour of India 2025</li>
<li>Match: India vs England, 1st T20I</li>
<li>Date: January 22 (Wednesday)</li>
<li>Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata</li>
<li>Timing: 7 PM IST</li>
</ul>
IND vs ENG 1st T20I Pitch Report
The surface at Eden Gardens is great for the batting side. It is a flat deck where one can chase down totals. The highest IPL chase was recorded at this venue in 2024. There will be some help for the slow bowlers as well, but shorter boundaries will be very hard to avoid if you are a bowling team.
IND vs ENG: Weather Report
The weather forecast predicts clear weather with some clouds on Wednesday evening with a 24° C temperature and a 12 km/h average wind speed.
IND vs ENG Head-to-Head T20I
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<li>Total Matches: 24</li>
<li>India: 13</li>
<li>England: 11</li>
<li>No Result: 0</li>
</ul>
IND vs ENG 1st T20I Live Streaming Details
Star Sports will broadcast the first T20I between India and England live on TV. Fans can also watch the first game live online on the Disney plus Hotstar app or website.
IND vs ENG Possible XIs 
India: Sanju Samson (wk), Abhishek Sharma, Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Rinku Singh, Hardik Pandya, Nitish Kumar Reddy, Axar Patel, Mohammed Shami, Varun Chakravarty, Arshdeep Singh 
England: Philip Salt (wk), Ben Duckett, Jos Buttler (c), Harry Brook, Liam Livingstone, Jacob Bethell, Jamie Overton, Gus Atkinson, Jofra Archer, Adil Rashid
IND vs ENG: Dream11 Team
<ul>
<li>Wicket-keepers: Phil Salt (Vice Captain), Sanju Samson, Jos Buttler</li>
<li>Batters: Suryakumar Yadav, Tilak Varma, Ben Duckett</li>
<li>All-rounders: Liam Livingstone, Hardik Pandya (Captain), Jamie Overton</li>
<li>Bowlers: Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakravarty</li>
</ul>
**These predictions are made by our writers, which can go wrong. We ask you to compare the teams and pick the best set of players to do well.
Also Read: <a href="https://www.icccricketschedule.com/3-player-battles-to-watch-out-for-in-the-first-ind-vs-eng-t20-at-the-eden-gardens/">3 Player Battles to Watch out for in the first IND vs ENG T20 at the Eden Gardens</a>

The first IND vs ENG T20I Dream11 Prediction gives you all the updates stats and tips.

The first IND vs ENG T20I will be held at Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Thursday at 7 PM IST.

IND vs ENG 1st T20I Dream11 Prediction, Grand League Team, Probable XI, Dream11 Team, Pitch Preview & More

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The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will kick off on February 19, with 15 exciting ODIs spread across three weeks. The tournament will feature eight top teams, divided into two groups: Group A and Group B. Each group will play a round-robin format, where every team faces the other teams in their group. The top two teams from each group will then progress to the semi-finals.
Matches will be played in Pakistan and the UAE. Dubai hosting some of the biggest fixtures, including the highly anticipated Pakistan vs India match on February 23. The tournament will culminate with two semi-finals on March 4 and March 5, followed by the grand final on March 9. 

<h2>Dowload the ICC Champions trophy 2025 Schedule PDF</h2>

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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Matches
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<th>Match Details</th>
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<td>Feb 19, Wed</td>
<td>Pakistan vs New Zealand, 1st Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 20, Thu</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs India, 2nd Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 21, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs South Africa, 3rd Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 22, Sat</td>
<td>Australia vs England, 4th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 23, Sun</td>
<td>Pakistan vs India, 5th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 24, Mon</td>
<td>Bangladesh vs New Zealand, 6th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 25, Tue</td>
<td>Australia vs South Africa, 7th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 26, Wed</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs England, 8th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Feb 27, Thu</td>
<td>Pakistan vs Bangladesh, 9th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Feb 28, Fri</td>
<td>Afghanistan vs Australia, 10th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 01, Sat</td>
<td>South Africa vs England, 11th Match, Group B</td>
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<td>Mar 02, Sun</td>
<td>New Zealand vs India, 12th Match, Group A</td>
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<td>Mar 04, Tue</td>
<td>1st Semi-Final (A1 v B2)</td>
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<td>Mar 05, Wed</td>
<td>2nd Semi-Final (B1 v A2)</td>
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<td>Mar 09, Sun</td>
<td>Final</td>
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ICC Champions Trophy 2025 schedule PDF download. Download PDF with group-stage matches, semi-finals, and the grand final. Get all the details for the February 19 - March 9 tournament!