London: Joe Root, Ian Bell and Graeme Swann shine to guide England a massive victory over Australia by 347 runs in the second test of The Ashes played at Lord’s.
Australia chasing 582 only manage to score 235 in its second inning. Usman Khawaja and skipper Michael Clarke showed some resistance against the England bowling attack, both after completing their half centuries loss their wickets. Australia only manages to score 235 in its second innings.
Graeme Swann took 3 wickets while Joe Root, Tim Bresnan and James Anderson took 2 wickets each for England.
Earlier England starts its second Innings having lead of 233 runs. England loss three wickets early but Joe Root and Tim Bresnan came with a rescue. Bresnan after making 38 become the victim of James Pattinson at the total of 129 runs. Joe Root continue his inning along with Ian Bell who made 74 runs while opener complete his century to lead England to 333 for 5 at stumps Day 3.
In the first hour of play England loss another wicket in shape of Jonny Bairstow while Joe Root after making 180 become the victim of Ryan Harris at the total of 349 runs. England declare its second inning on 349 runs. Hosts lead by 582 runs.
Peter Siddle took 3 wickets while Ryan Harris finishes of with 2 wickets for Australia.
Innings | Teams | Top Scorer | Wickets | Score |
1st Innings | England | Ian Bell 109 | Ryan Harris 5/72 | 361/10 |
Australia | Michael Clarke 28 | Graeme Swann 5/44 | 128/10 | |
2nd Innings | England | Joe Root 180 | Peter Siddle 3/65 | 349/7 dec |
Australia | Usman Khawaja 54 | Graeme Swann 4/78 | 235/10 |
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