The first test of The Ashes 2023 between England and Australia started on Friday, June 16. On the day 4, Australia finished on 107 runs for 3 wickets at stumps and now require 174 more runs to win the match. Ben Stokes will lead the English side in Ashes 2023, meanwhile Pat Cummins will be the captain of Australian side.
The iconic rivalry between England and Australia continues as they compete for the prestigious urn known as The Ashes. This test cricket series, consisting of four or five matches, takes place once every two years, with both nations hosting the series alternately since 1882.
Throughout history, these two cricketing powerhouses have clashed for the urn a remarkable 72 times. Australia has emerged victorious on 34 occasions, while England has secured 32 wins, with 6 series ending in draws, resulting in the previous edition’s winner retaining the urn.
Ben Stokes-led England are coming of a win against Ireland in a one-off Test, while Pat Cummins-led Australia are also coming of a win against India in the ICC World Test Championship Final. Both teams will carry the confidence gained from their previous wins into their upcoming encounters. Here in this article, we have covered everything you need to know about the Ashes 2023 England vs Australia 1st Test pitch report for day 5.
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ENG vs AUS Ashes 2023 1st Test Day 5 Pitch Report
The pitch at Edgbaston Stadium is renowned for its batting-friendly surface, while also offering bowlers an opportunity to showcase their skills. It provides consistent bounce and pace, allowing batters to exhibit their strokeplay with confidence. The pitch used in the first test was dry and flat from the very beginning, offering favorable conditions for batting. The cloudy weather in Birmingham adds an advantage for the fast bowlers, leveling the playing field and giving them a slight edge. As the match progresses to Day 5, the pitch is expected to assist spinners, further adding to the excitement and challenges of the game.