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Joe Root backs England to bounce back after costly ‘mistakes’ hand Ashes advantage to Australia

Joe Root remains optimistic about England's Ashes campaign despite a disappointing second day at the Gabba, where missed catches allowed Australia to establish a 44-run lead. Root's unbeaten 138 helped England reach 334, but their performance was marred by errors that gave the Australians crucial opportunities.

Joe Root backs England to bounce back after costly ‘mistakes’ hand Ashes advantage to Australia

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Key Highlights

  • Joe Root scored an unbeaten 138, marking his first century in Australia.
  • England dropped five catches during the second day of the Test match.
  • Australia ended the day at 378 for six, leading by 44 runs.
  • The match is a day-night Test, a format England is less familiar with than Australia.
  • This Test marks England's eighth pink-ball match, compared to Australia's 15.
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Sources

  1. 'Never going to be perfect' - Root defends 'jaded' England over drops
  2. Joe Root backs England to bounce back after costly ‘mistakes’ hand Ashes advantage to Australia

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