Ollie Pope, the prominent English cricketer, has exceeded 8,500 runs in First-Class cricket. He achieved this milestone during the opening Ashes Test against Australia at the Optus Stadium in Perth. Pope crossed the landmark on Day 1, reaching it with his tenth run and ultimately scoring 46 runs.
Ollie Pope’s Performance and Milestones
On a challenging day for England, Pope’s contributions were crucial. England’s batting lineup faced a severe setback with Mitchell Starc wreaking havoc, reducing them to 39 for 3 in the first over. Pope paired with Harry Brook in a vital partnership that added 55 runs to the score before he was dismissed by Cameron Green.
Key Statistics of Ollie Pope’s First-Class Career
- First-Class Matches: 127
- Total Runs: 8,536
- Batting Average: 45+
- Centuries: 24
- Half-centuries: 33
- Highest Score: 274
- Fours in the innings: 4
Pope made his First-Class debut for Surrey in March 2017 and participated in his first Test match for England a year and a half later. He continues to shine with a solid record in First-Class cricket.
Test Cricket Achievements
In the realm of Test cricket, Pope has compiled 3,653 runs in 62 matches, maintaining an average of 35.46. His Test career includes nine centuries and 16 half-centuries. Notably, his performance in the Ashes has been less impressive, with an average of 18.45 over 11 innings.
Ashes Performance Overview
- Total Ashes Runs: 203
- Ashes Average: 16.14
- Ashes Runs in Australia: 113
Pope’s current batting average in away Tests stands at 31.18, with a total of 1,559 runs scored. His recent 46 against Australia marks his highest score in Ashes contests, showcasing his potential to excel against formidable opposition.
