• Zak Crawley smashed an incredible century on Day 2 of the Manchester Test.

  • Crawley raced to his sensational triple-figure score off just 93 balls.

Ashes 2023: Twitter erupts as Zak Crawley lights up Old Trafford with a brilliant century
Zak Crawley hits a ton in Manchester Test (Image Source: Twitter)

In a stunning display of cricketing prowess, Zak Crawley set Old Trafford ablaze with an awe-inspiring century on Day 2 of the fourth Ashes 2023 Test against Australia in Manchester. The English batter’s breathtaking innings left both fans and pundits in awe as he single-handedly took charge of the game.

Right from the outset, Crawley showcased his aggressive intent, attacking the Australian bowling lineup with an array of exquisite shots. In a remarkable display of skill and precision, he raced to his century in just 93 balls, leaving the opposition stunned and the home crowd roaring with delight.

Adding to the excitement, Crawley forged a remarkable partnership with fellow batter Moeen Ali, who himself exhibited his batting prowess with a quickfire 54 off 82 balls. Together, the duo propelled England closer to Australia’s first-innings total of 317.

What made Crawley’s innings even more remarkable was the manner in which he transformed the game’s momentum. Initially, England seemed to be on a slow and steady path with a strike rate of less than four runs an over at lunch while losing just one wicket. However, when Crawley and Moeen took the crease, the game witnessed an explosive burst of energy and scoring.

Even after Moeen’s departure, Crawley found a perfect partner in former English skipper Joe Root. The two batters built another crucial partnership, adding more runs to the scoreboard and strengthening England’s position in the game.

At the Tea break, Zak Crawley stood unbeaten at a breathtaking 132*, while Joe Root was providing solid support with 44*. Their partnership had already amassed an impressive 109 runs for the third wicket, further denting Australia’s hopes of seizing control.

Following Crawley’s sensational batting display, the social media platform erupted with celebratory messages, hashtags, and memes, hailing Crawley’s heroics and labeling the innings as one of the finest in Ashes history.

Here is how Twitter reacted:

https://twitter.com/viratians25/status/1682033000043933699

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