Ashes 2023: "I Think This Is One Of Usman Khawaja's Best Ton" - Ricky Ponting Lavishes Praise On Dashing Left Handed Batter

The highlight for Aussies on Day 3 of undoubtedly would be Usman Khawaja ton. Usman Khawaja scored 141 runs in 321 balls and struck 14 fours and 3 sixes and looked untroubled throughout his splendid knock against a quality England’s bowling attack.

England got a slender lead of 7 runs and lost 2 wickets and scored 28 runs. The cracks have started to open up as it won’t be easy to go berserk on Day 4. All eyes would be on Joe Root, the centurion in the 1st innings as his wicket would be pivotal.

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Australia’s bowlers would be tested against England’s ultra-attacking approach as they can’t afford to get complacent in the high-octane clash. Perhaps, Nathan Lyon will have to bowl long spells as we saw how Moeen Ali got the assistance from the surface.

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The morning session of Day 4 would be crucial as if England scored in excess of 100 runs then the hosts would be in a state of ascendancy. Australia needs a flurry of wickets as chasing in excess in excess of 250 runs won’t be easy.

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A real standout moment in Usman Khawaja’s career – Ricky Ponting

Ricky Ponting was having an interaction with the ICC and stated that Usman Khawaja’s ton against England was one of his best. Ricky Ponting pointed out that Usman Khawaja silenced all the critics by smashing a century which was the standout moment in his career.

“I think this is one of his best, to be honest. From the media’s point of view, there were a few question marks over Usman Khawaja coming to England. His record in England was not where he wanted it to be and certainly not as good as it is in other parts of the world,” said Ricky Ponting.

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” I think you could tell by his celebration just how much it meant to him. I am not sure I have seen a batsman throw their bat up in the air actually when they have made a Test match hundred. And his innings was outstanding. It is a bit of a monkey off the back I think and a real standout moment in his career,” he added.

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