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Crawley's Resilience: England's Ashes Hope Ignites
4 Dec
Summary
- Zak Crawley showed resilience facing Australia's Starc.
- England's opening partnership improved significantly.
- Crawley scored 76 runs before being dismissed.

England fans endured a tense start, but opener Zak Crawley provided a much-needed spark against Australia's formidable bowling attack. Facing Mitchell Starc in challenging conditions, Crawley showed grit, leaving some balls and driving others for boundaries, his first runs of the series.
While the opening partnership was their best of the series, it was short-lived. However, Crawley's subsequent innings, including several handsome drives, saw him reach 76 runs. His determined display, marked by reflection on past performances, offered a positive sign for England.
Crawley's knock ended when he was caught after advancing down the pitch. Despite the dismissal, his performance was met with applause, showcasing the potential England has long seen in him. He now has further reflection ahead after this crucial contribution.



