England lost the first Test in Edgbaston by two wickets, and several instances led to that. While many might blame Ben Stokes’ shocking declaration on day one, with Root standing tall, as one of the major reasons behind the hosts’ first loss under Ben Stokes at home, minor mistakes also led to the same.

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Following a foul-mouth send-off to Australian opener Usman Khawaja during the first innings of the Edgbaston Test, Ollie Robinson found himself in hot waters. Although sledging and swearing are usual, at least in Ashes, Robinson’s careless remark over how the Aussies will perceive this irked a few legends, including Matthew Hayden and Ricky Ponting.

Ashes: After Ponting, Hayden slams 'forgettable cricketer' Ollie Robinson for foul-mouth send-off to Khawaja

The Ashes have well and truly begun. With on-field drama, sledges, swearing and yes, cricket too, the English summer has got off to a flying start. Following the first Test at Edgbaston that Australia won by two wickets, England seamer Ollie Robinson was asked about his ‘over-the-top’ reaction after dismissing Usman Khawaja in the first innings, where he visibly abused him.

Ashes 2023: Ollie Robinson's latest remarks irks Ponting, ex-Aussie captain issues warning

England and Australia produced a humdinger of a match in the Ashes 2023 opener at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Opting to bat first, Ben Stokes-led England declared at 393 for 8, with Joe Root unbeaten on 118, whereas Australia posted 386 all-out courtesy of Usman Khawaja's 141.

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World Test Champions Australia cinched a thrilling win at Edgbaston on Tuesday, June 20 as they beat England at their own game to take a 1-0 lead in the ongoing Ashes.

Ashes 2023: Australia clinch thriller to thump BAZBALL as Khawaja leads World Champions to 2-wicket win

England and Australia played a game for ages in Edgbaston but the teams paid the price for the entertainment they produced. The teams were docked two points each along with 40 per cent match fees of all the players.

Ashes 2023: England, Australia reprimanded for slow over rate in Edgbaston

According to Australian commentator Kerry O'Keeffe, the tragic passing of Phillip Hughes led to the rise of Bazball. The incident left a huge mark on the cricketing world.

Australian great shares his take on 'Bazball'

England and Australia produced a thrilling contest in the Ashes 2023 opener at Edgbaston, Birmingham. The contest was decided in the final few overs as Pat Cummins (44 not out) and Nathan Lyon's (16 not out) unbroken 55-run ninth-wicket stand propelled Australia to a narrow two-wicket win in pursuit of 282 on Tuesday evening (June 20).

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England and Australia produced a humdinger of a Test in Edgbaston, Birmingham before Pat Cummins & Co. edged past the hosts by two wickets on the final day, on Tuesday (June 20), of the Ashes 2023 opener.

'Not going to...': Ben Stokes backs declaration call after England lose Edgbaston Test to Australia

Ben Stokes-led England have entertained one and all with their playing style in the first Test of Ashes 2023 in Edgbaston, Birmingham. After setting a challenging 282-run target for Australia on Day 4, England ended the day's proceedings with the visitors being 107 for 3, needing another 174 runs for a win.

Smart cricket: AB de Villiers in awe of England's Day 1 declaration in Edgbaston Test

Former England captain and commentator Nasser Hussain has suggested England make a major change for the second Test match against Australia in the Ashes as he calls for a change in tactics.

Ashes 2023: Nasser Hussain suggests dropping THIS star for Lord's Test, prefers using Root as bowling option

Stuart Broad revived England's hopes of winning an enthralling opening Ashes test with a superb late burst just when Australia appeared to have taken the upper hand on Monday.

Ashes 2023: Stuart Broad’s inspired spell revives struggling England on day 4

The opening Test of Ashes 2023 has lived up to expectations. After England opted to bat first, they rode on Joe Root's 118 not out to declare at 393 for 8. In reply, Australia made 386 all-out courtesy of Usman Khawaja's 141 as Ben Stokes & Co.

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Kevin Pietersen was left disappointed with England’s decision to declare their innings after producing 393 runs on the opening day of the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston.

Ashes 2023: Kevin Pietersen criticises England’s decision to declare below 400 on Day 1

England fast bowler Stuart Broad has called the Edgbaston pitch 'characterless and soulless.' The comments were made by Broad to broadcasters after the end of the second day's play in the ongoing first Ashes Test.

Ashes 2023: England's Stuart Broad calls Edgbaston pitch 'characterless and soulless'

England fast bowler Ollie Robinson has defended his actions on giving Australian Usman Khawaja a send off after taking his wicket on day 3 of the Edgbaston Test in Ashes 2023.

Ashes 2023: England's Ollie Robinson defends sledging Usman Khawaja on day 3

After seven days of uninterrupted play in the UK in the previous two games – including the WTC Final and now the ongoing first Ashes Test in Edgbaston, the rain finally made its presence felt.

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The first Test of Ashes 2023 is living upto expectations. After Ben Stokes-led England opted to bat first on the opening day, on Friday (June 16), they rode on Joe Root's unbeaten 118 to declare at 393 for 8.

Ashes 2023, 1st Test: England will tease Australia with something appealing to chase, says Kumar Sangakkara

Returning England all-rounder Moeen Ali has been fined 25% of his match fees and also handed one demerit point for applying a spray on his bowling hand without notifying the on-field umpires during day two of the ongoing first Ashes Test in Edgbaston.

Ashes: Returning Moeen Ali fined 25% match fee, handed one demerit point for applying ‘spray’ on bowling hand

England fast bowler James Anderson produced a magical ball to dismiss Australia's Alex Carey on day 3 of the first Ashes Test in Edgbaston. Carey added 14 runs more to his overnight tally of 52 before becoming Anderson's 1100th First Class wicket.

Ashes 2023: James Anderson bowls MAGICAL ball to dismiss Alex Carey for 1100th First Class wicket | WATCH

Usman Khawaja’s maiden hundred in England powered Australia to 311 for five at stumps on day two of the first Ashes Test in Edgbaston. Fifties from man-in-form Travis Head and Alex Carey and handy contribution from Cameron Green saw Australia dominate the second day after England’s Bazball approach made headlines earlier.

Ashes, 1st Test, Day 2: Usman Khawaja's maiden hundred in England powers Australia to 311/5

Veteran England star Joe Root was seen in sensational form on Day 1 of the Edgbaston Test as he scored his 46th international ton against the Aussies in the first Ashes Test.

Ashes 2023: Joe Root shines with ton in Australia's first Bazball glimpse; Lyon scalps four wickets

Veteran Australian speedster Josh Hazlewood has cast his views on England’s Bazball approach after getting its first glimpse on Day 1 of the first Ashes Test on Friday, June 16.

Ashes 2023: Josh Hazlewood opines on England's Bazball approach, 'I'd say it's a good fun challenge to have'

Star England all-rounder Jonny Bairstow has reflected on Ben Stokes’s decision to declare in the final 30 minutes on Day 1 of the Ashes Test saying it came as no surprise to him.

Ashes 2023: Jonny Bairstow sheds light on declaration call from Ben Stokes, says 'it was no surprise to us'

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