On the ongoing day 2 of the first Ashes test, Australia came out to bat after they bowled England out for 147 on Day 1. Australians are in a comfortable position right now with Warner & Labushagne easily tackling the English bowlers. However, David Warner would have been out on a score of 17, but Ben Stokes gave the left-hander a lifeline. 

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In the 13th over the Australian innings, Ben Stokes bowled an inswinger to David Warner. The ball brushed off Warner's pads and went on to dislodge the stumps. However, Ben Stokes wasn't seen celebrating after this wicket and we soon knew why.

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The big screen at Gabba showed that Ben Stokes had overstepped the bowling crease by a mile and the crowd went emphatic after seeing this reply. Warner has been riding on a bit of luck throughout his innings till now, he was dropped by Rory Burns on delivery by Ollie Robinson right after lunch. 

Talking about the match, Australia are at 160/1 in reply to England's first innings score of 147/1. David Warner (79*) and Marnus Labuschagne (68*) are at the crease for the hosts, with a lead of 13 runs over England. 

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