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The fifth match of one of the greatest rivalries in cricket England and Australia is underway at the Kennington Oval in London. While the Pat Cummins-led Aussies have reclaimed the Ashes trophy, the last and fifth Test is all the more important as a draw here will help the series to end in a draw 2-2.
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Talking about the fifth Test, Australia won the toss and opted to bowl first. The side bundled out the hosts at the score of 283/10 in 54.4 overs and now have a 12-run lead at Stumps on Day 2. However, the Day 2 of the Ashes Test was in limelight for more than one reason.
In one such instance, England pacer Mark Wood was seen giving an autograph to a fan on a watermelon. As his side fielded on Day 2, Wood quickly came towards the sides with a young fan raining the watermelon and offering to Wood for an autograph. The England pacer quickly raised the signed watermelon before handing it to the security to hand it over to the fan in a video going viral.
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The Day 2 also saw a bizarre dismissal of Marnus Labuschagne which saw the involvement of Stuart Broad. The day also had Indian umpire Nitin Menon earning praise for his decision of not-out on a run-out call.
Stuart Broad picks his 150 th Test wicket against Australia
Stuart Broad became the first England bowler to claim 150 wickets against Australia in Ashes series. He claimed Usman Khawaja as his 150 th wicket soon after Lunch on Day 2 of final Test. With this wicket, he has joined the elite list of legends including Shane Warner and Glenn MacGrath.
