The stage is all set for the most intriguing rivalry in cricket, The Ashes. Both the teams are sweating it hard in the nets to make an early impact. Ahead of the first test, the English soccer team took some time to wish Joe Root and his men with a unique video.
The English side was seen practising soccer at St.Georges Park. Stuart Broad and Joe Denly were seen trying to hit a goal past the goal-keeper, Paul Collingwood. As a part of the video, Joe Root could be seen asking Harry Kane and his men to help them out with their invaluable tips in the session.
The Ashes always mean a lot of pride for both the sides and Birmingham is set to host the first game. The series also marks the beginning of the ICC test championship. A month and a half of action await a lot of enthusiastic fans starting tomorrow.
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Harry Kane and his men always follow the gentleman”s game for a long time. Even during the recently concluded World Cup, the skipper Harry Kane met Virat Kohli who share a mutual respect. Such gestures have always redefined the phrase “Sports build Character“.
The less said about that finishing the better! 😂 Good luck in the Ashes @englandcricket 🏏 https://t.co/cTNsWYChIr
— Harry Kane (@HKane) July 31, 2019
The English side has named their playing XI for the first test. However, what shocked the enthusiasts is the exclusion of Jofra Archer. He was one of the chief architects behind their maiden WC title, but he needs to wait for his Test cap. On the other hand, Sam Curran who proved his brilliance in whites hasn”t given a go.