Broad and Root put one hand on the Ashes

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Aug 6, 2015, 5:57 PM

Stuart Broad launched a memorable day with two wickets in his opening over ...Getty Images

Match at a Glance & Key Facts

TournamentAustralia tour of England and IrelandSeason 2015

Venue

Trent Bridge, Nottingham

Nottingham

Format & Details

TEST • MULTI

England won by an innings and 78 runs

Player in Focus

Stuart Broad

bowler

KEY TAKEAWAYSQuick highlights & editorial summary

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Editorial Angle:Comprehensive match review of Broad and Root put one hand on the Ashes covering key player performances, strategy, and statistics.
Score Snapshot:AUS 60 & 253 vs ENG 391/9d — England won by an innings and 78 runs
Tournament Context:Part of Australia tour of England and Ireland 2015. Follow real-time tournament standings, fixture progression, and live scorecards on VLive.

... before Mark Wood claimed the dangerous David Warner with his second ballGetty Images

Michael Clarke's dismissal deepened his personal sense of gloomGetty Images

Ben Stokes pulled off the moment of the day to grab a one-handed catch off Adam VogesGetty Images

Broad was incredulous at the quality of Stokes' catchGetty Images

It was grim viewing on the Australian balconyGetty Images

England's slip cordon accounted for nine of Australia's ten wicketsGetty Images

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Broad and Root put one hand on the Ashes

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