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:
A fourth Test century, coming in just 93 balls 💯
Take a bow, Zak Crawley! 👏
🏴 #ENGvAUS 🇦🇺 | @IGcom pic.twitter.com/25Nah8QBTh
— England Cricket (@englandcricket) July 20, 2023
Hundred by Zak Crawley in just 93 balls!
What a knock by Crawley, a stupendous century in the Ashes. He’s playing Australian bowling really well! pic.twitter.com/gnYMt5fcG1
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) July 20, 2023
Zak Crawley is averaging 40.45 in 2023 and is the 2nd highest run scorer this Ashes. 3 years of pain has paid off. pic.twitter.com/ganN3lEqns
— What is Zak Crawley doing? (@ZakCrawleyFan) July 20, 2023
HUNDRED FOR ZAK CRAWLEY!!!!
Hundred from just 93 balls in the Ashes Test against Cummins, Starc, Hazelwood.
A knock to remember in his career. pic.twitter.com/FxSgxHi9c6
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 20, 2023
Incredible 💯 for Zak Crawley in Ashes.
He smashed 100* runs from 93 balls against Australia in Ashes – What a Hundred from Crawley! #Ashes2023 pic.twitter.com/PajF9Pjb5e
— Muneeb🇸🇩🇸🇩🇸🇩 (@IamMuneebLali) July 20, 2023
4th hundred for Zak Crawley, 100* from just 93 balls in the 4th Ashes Test.
What a start for England. pic.twitter.com/ub0ZP4BdLB
— Nawaz 🇵🇰 (@Rnawaz31888) July 20, 2023
A crazy session by England
Well played Zak Crawley 👏🏻#Ashes23 #ENGvAUS pic.twitter.com/k7dTYunofP
— Sonusays (@IamSonu____) July 20, 2023
Zak Crawley to Australia’s quicks all 4 times he’s edged past his own stumps #Ashes pic.twitter.com/p9Zgm1jVAU
— Vithushan Ehantharajah (@Vitu_E) July 20, 2023
Zak Crawley has played the second best knock of this Ashes series. #Ashes2023 #Ashes #ENGvAUS #ZakCrawleypic.twitter.com/8310xM3sXY
— anurag (@viratians25) July 20, 2023
Zak Crawley has more runs than Red Ball goat Steve Smith this Ashes pic.twitter.com/ig71Dw8yG7
— Camlin (@SundarHive) July 20, 2023
SUPER ZAK CRAWLEY 🕷️
Silencing those haters 🤫#Ashes | @gbbf pic.twitter.com/pO2RuMqe1o
— England’s Barmy Army 🏴🎺 (@TheBarmyArmy) July 20, 2023
#Ashes #Twitter #erupts #Zak #Crawley #lights #Trafford #brilliant #century
