Ashes 2013: 1st Test, Day 5 - Heroes of the day

Australia’s James Pattinson (R) hits a six off the bowling of Graeme Swann during play on the fifth day of the first Ashes cricket test match between England and Australia

James Pattinson (25 n.o. off 57 balls – 2 fours, 1 six)

Continuing from where young Agar had left off in the first innings, fast bowler James Pattinson also displayed his ability to wield the willow as he combined with the rock-steady Haddin to add 65 runs for the tenth wicket. And just like his 19-year-old teammate, Pattinson also swept the wily off-spinner Graeme Swann for a huge six over wide long-on.

His knock of 25 may not have been enough to see Australia home, but it did give England plenty of anxious moments before technology decided the eventual winner. A heartening display from the tail-ender. It just goes to show that England will have to fight harder than ever to retain the Ashes this time around.