England and Australia are poised for a thrilling conclusion to the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston after Stuart Broad rocked the tourists with two huge wickets late on day four.
Broad stepped up deep in the evening session to dismiss Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith – the top two Test batters in the world rankings – and leave the tourists 107 for three chasing 281.
Despite the threat of rain on the final morning there should be enough time to avert a draw, with England hunting seven wickets and their rivals needing 174 runs to get over the line.
Memories of ‘the greatest series’ loom large
What they said
Non-cricket fans – you may not grasp the glorious madness of this England team. What Joe Root is doing is like the England football team, in a World Cup match, starting with the goalkeeper playing up front, as the defenders sit in the centre circle playing the flute.
— Mark Steel (@mrmarksteel) June 19, 2023
Comedian and author Mark Steel attempts to paint a picture of ‘Bazball’ for the uninitiated.
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