Ashes 2023 was a roller coaster ride for both England and Australia. The series ended in a draw and Australia retained the Ashes. There were many memorable moments for England in this five-match Test series, however, despite this, the English team failed to win this Test series.

During this series, a controversial dismissal of English player Jonny Bairstow in the match played at Lord’s was also much discussed. Actually, after playing the ball, the English batsman left his crease and moved forward. He did not know that the umpire had not said for the over to be completed. As soon as Jonny Bairstow moved forward, Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey threw the ball towards the stumps and Bairstow was run out.

Jonny stood at the crease for a while because he could not believe how it was out? Many former English players believed that Australia should have withdrawn their appeal, however, this did not happen. Veteran batsman Joe Root has given his opinion on this. According to Joe Root, it was Jonny Bairstow’s mistake and he should not have left the crease.

Joe Root said in the new documentary series The Ashes 2023: Our Take, ‘To be honest, I was very angry, but as the game is changing, it is very important to put your side and understand the game. By the end of the day it was within the rules. As a player, you need to be completely careful. Bairstow will misunderstand me but it was very important to stay inside the crease.’

Jonny Bairstow also gave his side on this

English player Jonny Bairstow said about this run out, ‘Whatever you think is right or wrong or in between but as long as you go home and are happy with yourself then everything is fine.’