With Nathan Lyon out, Mitchell Starc had even more need to perform than usual. His delivery to remove England captain Ben Stokes was one of the balls of the series. Ashes2023 ENGvsAUS
The second arrived shortly afterwards before the rest of the squad started their warm-ups. Coach Andrew McDonald called players and staff together for a huddle and a conversation that refocused the group after the trauma of Lyon’s loss.
In this, the Australians once again showed themselves to be adept at playing the scenario and the conditions. They are constantly problem-solving, adjusting their mode of play to whatever they think England would least prefer. Now Starc had even more need to perform than usual: morning conditions have challenged batters all game, but England needed to get through little more than an hour before Cummins would be forced to call upon part-time spin.
Starc took his cap and vest back from the umpire after a spell worth 2-13, but of inestimable value to Australia, as it exposed England’s long tail.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
England greats unleash on BazBall 'casualness' as Australia dominate Lord's TestThe English cricket team has been roasted by two of its greatest players after they were caught out in two instances during day one of the second Ashes Test.
Read more »
Vaughan blasts England for bowling 'utter dross'A moment when the ball wasn't even in play was telling for Michael Vaughan. 👀 'Against Australia, this is what defines you.' 🔥 9WWOS Ashes TheAshes
Read more »
Vaughan blasts England for bowling 'utter dross'Win the toss. Send Australia in... concede 5/339 in 83 overs. 😳😳 📖 MORE: 🖥️ TheAshes 2nd Test | Catch up on 9Now. Cricket Ashes ENGvsAUS
Read more »
Australia rocked by ‘awful scenes’ in EnglandNathan Lyon is in doubt for the rest of the Ashes after the star spinner suffered a serious-looking calf injury on a disastrous day for Australia at Lord’s. 7NEWS
Read more »
Vaughan lashes England for 'absolute stupidity'‘We can't mix entertainment with stupidity’ 🤦♂️ A former England captain has teed off on the Bazball approach. 👀 9WWOS TheAshes Ashes
Read more »