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Khawaja's Unbeaten 84 Helps Australia Rebuild in First Ashes Test at Edgbaston

Australia's opener Usman Khawaja scored an unbeaten 84 runs, helping Australia rebuild from early losses to sit on 188-4 at tea on day two of the first Ashes test at Edgbaston.

18 June 2023 · 22:54 UTC

England still holds a first innings lead of 205.

Ben Stokes took the wicket of Steve Smith, leaving Australia struggling at 78-3 at lunch.

Travis Head scored 50, helping Khawaja keep England at bay.

The first test is currently poised, with one session of the second day still to come.