Classy Khawaja Century Defies England in Cricket Match

Australia’s Usman Khawaja surpassed England’s attack as he scored a century, defying England with outstanding performance on the second day of the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston. Though he was bowled by a Stuart Broad no-ball on 112, Khawaja was exceptional during his time on the pitch. England utilized favorable overhead conditions to reduce the tourists to 67-3 during their reply to a declaration of 393-8. The Stuart Broad and David Warner rivalry ended in another dismissal for Warner, and Broad stunned Edgbaston by having Marnus Labuschagne excellently caught by Jonny Bairstow. Ben Stokes proved his fitness, trapping Steve Smith lbw for 16. These efforts, though, were not enough to stop Khawaja, who added 81 with Travis Head. Khawaja stood firm during his 72-run partnership with Cameron Green, who was removed by Moeen Ali, who made a noteworthy return to the Test cricketing scene. At 220-5, Khawaja united with Alex Carey after Head and Green were both removed by Ali, and they made an unbroken partnership of 91. England was unable to make every effort to take all of their chances against Khawaja’s resilience, including three misses that proved costly. The Australian team looked set to take a first-innings advantage over England. The Edgbaston pitch was extremely dry, and it seems likely to deteriorate as the match progresses. This match had been an electrifying strategic battle just like the frantic match on the first day.