The opening combinations of Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett (England) and Jake Weatherald and Marnus Labuschagne (Australia) failed to add runs as it was express pace dominating the proceedings at the Optus Stadium.
Ahead of the start of the first Ashes Test at Perth's Optus Stadium, Wood, 35, delivered news that could sadden the English fans. Wood is in the playing XI for the Perth Test though.
Starc achieved this milestone during the first session on day one of the first Ashes Test at Perth's Optus Stadium on Friday. The left-armer had a scorching initial spell, neutralising any 'Bazball' threat whatsoever, getting Zak Crawley in the first over itself. Later, he broke a promising
This match kickstarts the Ashes mission for a 'Bazball '-charged English unit led by Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum. Having not won an Ashes series in Australia since 2010/11 and on a winless streak in their past three tours Down Under, this is the best chance for England to start with a
CM Yadav announced that the younger brother of late Inspector Ashish Sharma will be appointed as a sub-inspector and a financial assistance of Rs 1 crore will be given to the family. Additionally, a park and stadium will also be built in the memory of the officer.
England have delayed naming their final playing 11 for the Ashes opener in Perth, keeping the decision on whether to include a spinner until Friday morning.
Australia will make history in the first Ashes Test at Perth as Brendan Doggett and Scott Boland become the first Indigenous duo to feature together in a Test 11. Doggett will make his debut alongside fellow debutant batter Jake Weatherald.
Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett are set to make their Australia debuts in the first Ashes Test at the Perth Stadium, with Beau Webster missing out on a spot in the playing XI, confirmed Steve Smith