England wins the third Ashes test by 3 wickets

England won the third Ashes test match by 3 wickets to make the series 2-1.

Sunday, Day-4 of the third test, saw Mark Wood and Chris Woakes carry England over the line at Headingley, Leeds to keep the Ashes series alive.

Harry Brook emerged as the new hero of Headingley after his 75 steered England toward a thrilling victory against Australia.

England started the day on 27-0, requiring another 224 to win, it looked as though the momentum was with Ben Stokes’ side. From 42 without loss, England had slid to 173 for six, and crucially, Stokes, who orchestrated the miracle four years ago, was out.

When Stokes went for 13, a lot of the home side’s hopes went with him, but Brook’s stunning innings got England within touching distance before Wood and Woakes’s calm partnership steered the side back into contention in the Ashes series.

The hosts looked to be closing in on a memorable victory when Brook was caught out off Mitchell Starc for 75, and England still needed 21 to win.

Mark Wood and Chris Woakes then carried England to victory- with Wood hitting 16 runs from eight balls to spark dramatic scenes of celebration.

Well, now all eyes will be set on England if they can tie things up at Old Trafford next week.

The winning moment for England!#Ashes2023pic.twitter.com/F2SbhYfUoC

— Wisden (@WisdenCricket) July 9, 2023