I don't want to appear cynical, but I'm beginning to suspect that England's decision to prepare for this series by going to Scotland to play golf for a week might have been a mistake.

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So much for Bazball. #ENGvsAUS #Ashes23 #allover

Great opening test in this year's #TheAshes series. Very exciting. A pity England lost but well done Australia. Roll on the next one!

Do wonder about England's declaration decision in the first innings. Just a few more runs then could've made the difference.

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Ashes 2015 : Joe Root gets a 100 in opening Test

Ashes 2017 : Steve Smith gets a 100 in opening Test

Ashes 2019 : Steve Smith gets a 100 in opening Test

Ashes 2023 : Joe Root gets a 100 in opening Test

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