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Usman Khawaja brilliantly shuts down Ollie Robinson after England star's second sledge

Australia won the first Ashes Test by two wickets at Edgbaston thanks to Usman Khawaja's heroics - despite Ollie Robinson trying his best to get the opening batter out

Daily Mirror · Jun 21, 2023

Key stats from the thrilling opening Ashes Test at Edgbaston

Australia’s stoic Usman Khawaja scored his 206 runs from 518 deliveries.

The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2023

The Ashes: England must be more clinical after succumbing to ruthless Australia

Dropped catches, a missed stumping and raft of extras helped Australia grab victory

Evening Standard · Jun 21, 2023

Usman Khawaja's composure shines in an unpredictable Ashes Test match

NEW DELHI: In an Ashes Test match that kept fans on the edge of their seats from the first ball to the nerve-jangling climax, Australia opener Usman Khawaja stood out as a beacon of composure amidst the chaos. His contribution played a vital role in Australia's two-wicket victory over England…

The Times of India · Jun 21, 2023

Pat Cummins hailed as a ‘legend’ by Anthony Albanese after Ashes heroics

Australian captain’s knock earns high praise from high office

The Guardian - AU · Jun 21, 2023

Ashes: Ben Stokes devastated but confident in England's aggressive approach despite defeat

NEW DELHI: England skipper Ben Stokes expressed his devastation over the team's two-wicket loss in the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston but remained optimistic about their aggressive approach potentially leading to a series win against Australia.

The Times of India · Jun 21, 2023

'Test cricket at its best': Twitter abuzz after Australia edge England in Ashes thriller

NEW DELHI: 'Test cricket at its best', 'An Ashes match for the ages': Former cricketers, commentators, experts and fans couldn't stop gushing after Australia snatched victory from England's clutches in a thrilling opening Test of the Ashes series at Edgbaston on Tuesday.

The Times of India · Jun 21, 2023

First Ashes Test: Australia riding high after thrilling win in series opener

The tourists finally secured a two-wicket win at 7.20pm on day five – 80 minutes after the scheduled close.

The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2023

Pat Cummins hails Ashes opener victory as 'number one' in his Test career

NEW DELHI: In a thrilling Ashes opener at Edgbaston, Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins led his team to a remarkable victory, describing it as the pinnacle of his Test career.

The Times of India · Jun 21, 2023

Ben Stokes ‘devastated and proud’ after first Test defeat to Australia

The England captain Ben Stokes said their performance ‘shows we’re able to stand up to Australia,’ while Pat Cummins said: ‘We have belief we can win from anywhere’

The Guardian - UK · Jun 20, 2023