We Didn’t Know Anything About It: Johnny Bairstow on England’s Declaration on Day 1

England skipper Ben Stokes surprised everyone with his declaration call at 393/8 on Day 1 of the first Test of Ashes 2023.

Meanwhile, Johnny Bairstow, who played sensational knock off 78 off 78 expressed his shocking over his skipper’s decision and said that team was unaware of that declaration.

“We didn’t know anything about it (declaration). It was a scramble to get the tape on, the odd on all and all the rest. But when it’s something that’s not expected, it can be the best form of attack,” Bairstow said during the press-conference.

The veteran further show confidence on England bowlers when he said that ‘we will come back tomorrow with a ball that’s four overs old.’

“A fresh bowling attack and team that is really looking forward to the challenge,” Bairstow added.

England stated the highly-anticipated Ashes 2023 in style at Edgebaston on June 16 with Joe Root smashing incredible 118* off 152. England made the bold call by declaring 1st innings at 393/8.

Australia ended Day 1 at 14/0 with David Warner and Usman