As the first Test of the five-match series begins in just 1 day, anticipation for the Ashes 2023 is at an all-time high. Two days before the first Test, which will start on June 16 at Edgbaston, England released their starting lineup.
At his home stadium, Moeen Ali, who recently came out of retirement to take part in the Ashes, has been added to the starting XI. Seamers James Anderson and Ollie Robinson make their return to the team after missing the Ireland Test due to injury.
By revealing their starting lineup two days in advance, England has made a bold statement and hinted at the 'fearless cricket' they will be playing in the exciting series.
England Playing XI for 1st Test: Ben Duckett, Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Stokes (c), Jonny Bairstow (wk), Moeen Ali, Stuart Broad, Ollie Robinson, James Anderson