Twitter Reactions: Mitchell Marsh surprisingly breaks the back of England on Day-1
Which team will gain the advantage early on Day-2?
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Who would have thought that Australia will win the toss and opt to bowl first on a track that seemed really good for batting? Even before the game started, there was a lot of debate about this decision from Tim Paine. There was nothing much on offer for the bowlers early on and Australia was clearly under fire. However, just before more criticism was on their way, the Kangaroo bowlers bounced back hard. Mitchell Marsh, of all the bowlers, stunned the Englishmen with a determined effort.
Pat Cummins was the first to get a wicket on the day. He dismissed Joe Denly for 14 and rocked England back early. However, there was a good partnership between Rory Burns and Joe Root after this. Both these men played really well through the first session and looked good. At 103/1, England was cruising along nicely. That’s when Josh Hazlewood joined the party to dismiss the left-hander for 47.
Later, it was Mitchell Marsh who created all the ruckus with the ball. Ben Stokes was dismissed for 20 followed by the wicket of Jonny Bairstow for 22. In between, Pat Cummins cleared up Joe Root for 57 runs exactly as he did in the second innings of the fourth Test. Mitchell Marsh then went on to dismiss Sam Curran and Chris Woakes as well for 15 and 2 runs respectively.
Jos Buttler continues to fight on
With Marsh picking up these four important wickets and also with the other bowlers chipping in, the Brits were brought down from 103/1 to 205/7. At this stage, it didn’t seem as if it’d take too long for Australia to bowl them out. However, Jos Buttler came up with a terrific fightback where he pushed England into a slightly advantageous position with his aggressive batting. He remained unbeaten on 64 at the close of play on Day-1 and has got Jack Leach for company.
England’s score currently reads 271/8 and Australia will look to breakthrough early with the new ball tomorrow. Twitterati was all praise for Mitchell Marsh for his heroics on his comeback. They also enjoyed the efforts from Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood. The English fans want Jos Buttler to go on and get to triple figures on Day-2.
Here is how Twitterati reacted:
David Warner's summer batting average: 9.8
Jack Leach's summer batting average: 19.1#ashes #ashes2019 @jackleach1991 pic.twitter.com/tCt1qEJrZk— Jack Leach's Glasses Cloth (@LeachCloth) September 12, 2019
“Yeah, most of Australia hate me”
Mitch Marsh after taking 4-35 yesterday. Sad given the bloke has always done his best for his country. Yes, he fallen short many times but he DOES NOT select himself … the vitriol he has received is unfair … selectors pick him 🏏 #Ashes2019
— Glenn Mitchell (@MitchellGlenn) September 12, 2019
Too early to say if the last test of #Ashes2019 will be a thriller, but we already know the Buttler did it.
— Ramki (@ramkid) September 13, 2019
Highest opening partnership of the series on either side today – 27! In the last test! What has happened to opening in test cricket??? #Ashes2019
— James Holland (@James1940) September 12, 2019
Hopefully Mitch Marsh doesn't truely feel that most of Australia hates him. This should never be the case. Marsh doesn't pick himself and any criticism should be of his performances and not the man himself. Well done to him on his 4 wickets at The Oval #Ashes #Ashes2019 #ENGvAUS
— Cricket Central (@cricketcentral) September 13, 2019
upROOTed! pic.twitter.com/gf83OFP1GI #Ashes2019
— Kating Kaapi (@KaapiKating) September 13, 2019
Just caught up with highlights again. Not sure Joe Root is ever going to receive anything other than good length, top of off stump ever again in his life, hey. #Ashes2019
— Matt Webber (@MattWebberWrite) September 13, 2019
So it’s Warney’s 50th Birthday – cmon Liz go back to the great man for one more dalliance #Ashes #Ashes2019
— Lennni/Sparty (@spartytalkback) September 13, 2019
jack leach bats better than whole top 6 put together!!! #Ashes2019
— david davies (@jujusimba7777) September 12, 2019
I see Mitchell Marsh is a @LUFC fan then #salute pic.twitter.com/cxFD4RB2DJ
— Neverland (@storytwits) September 12, 2019
😯what a bowling #mitchellmarsh at the #ashes19 ❤️ pic.twitter.com/HPGQCHumhD
— nidula abeyrathne (@nidulaabeyrath1) September 12, 2019
Sir Mitchell marsh 👏👏👏..
#Ashes19— KaRaNN 🇦🇺🇦🇺 (@ArIStOcRAtE23) September 12, 2019
Final thoughts of the day … England missed a great opportunity to go big … Pat Cummins is one of the best bowlers I have seen … #Ashes #OnOn
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) September 12, 2019
England are royally screwing this up ….. #Ashes
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) September 12, 2019
The umpiring has been v good in the last couple of tests. #MaraisErasmus #KumarDharmasena #Ashes #ENGvAUS
— Tom Moody (@TomMoodyCricket) September 12, 2019
Ffs ….
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) September 12, 2019
Identical ball. Identical dismissal. Root’s Déjà Vu moment against Cummins. Front-foot isn’t going anywhere…. #TheAshes
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) September 12, 2019
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