The latest edition of the Ashes began with the first Test at the Optus Stadium in Perth. Australians bowled first and dismissed their opposition for just 172 runs, with Mitchell Starc single-handedly claiming 7 wickets in the inning.
England pacers Jofra Archer and Brydon Carse did a remarkable job with the new ball as the Australian top order collapsed. Even Mark Wood and Gus Atkinson were very accurate in their spells, though they could not provide any breakthrough.
It was just then that the English skipper introduced himself into the attack. Not only did Stokes provide a breakthrough in his very first over, but he also turned out to be England's most fascinating bowler on show.
Stokes becomes the first English captain in 43 years to take a 5-wicket haul in the Ashes
Green nicked the ball back to the wicket-keeper; he just didn't look back since then. Mitchell Starc was the third batter to be dismissed as the batter attempted to take on Ben Stokes.
Ben Stokes takes five! What a stunning opening day of the #Ashes that was. pic.twitter.com/0SOcPi5jE2
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 21, 2025?Ben Stokes takes 5 ?He becomes the first England captain in 43 years to take a five-wicket haul in an Ashes Test. Australia (121 for 9), trail by 51 runs. #Ashes #AUSvsENG 1st Test, Day 1 Live: t.co/rRBsEkrZVt
— India Today Sports (@ITGDsports) November 21, 202519 wickets on Day 1—2025-26 witnesses a new record in this century
England were bowled out for 172, and then the Australian innings also saw 9 batters going down as they trailed by 49 runs at the end of Day 1. Surely, this match isn't going anywhere beyond 3 days of play.
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