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Ben Stokes Dominates Day 1 With a Five-Wicket Burst ⚡
Ben Stokes produced a sensational bowling display on Day 1 of the Ashes Test in Perth, rescuing England after a shaky batting performance. The match, which began with high anticipation, turned into a gripping battle between ball and bat as both England and Australia crumbled under challenging conditions.
England were bowled out for 172 in just 32.5 overs, but Stokes showed why he is considered one of the best all-rounders in the modern era. His fiery spell brought England storming back into the game, reducing Australia to 123/9 by stumps.
The pitch, offering sharp seam and movement throughout the day, kept both teams on edge and ensured constant drama.
Ben Stokes Overshadows England’s Batting Collapse 🏏
Despite starting confidently, England’s innings quickly spiraled into trouble. Zak Crawley was dismissed for a duck, and Ben Duckett tried to counterattack but fell for 21. Mitchell Starc’s relentless pace and swing dismantled the batting order, leaving England fighting for stability.
The only real resistance came from Ollie Pope (46) and Harry Brook (52). Brook played with aggression, striking boundaries regularly, while Pope held one end with composure. However, once their partnership ended, England collapsed rapidly.
Starc was magnificent, finishing with 7/58, one of his finest Ashes spells. England’s total of 172 looked far from competitive, but Ben Stokes’ response with the ball ensured the game stayed alive.
Ben Stokes Leads England’s Fightback With a Captain’s Spell 🔥
Ben Stokes turned the match on its head with a spell of sheer determination and tactical brilliance. His ability to extract movement and generate bounce troubled the Australian batters throughout.
Stokes: 6 overs, 1 maiden, 23 runs, 5 wickets
He dismissed Travis Head, Cameron Green, Alex Carey, Mitchell Starc, and Scott Boland — all at crucial stages. Every wicket shifted momentum further toward England, keeping them in the contest.
Jofra Archer and Brydon Carse supported brilliantly, with Archer picking up two early wickets and Carse removing Steven Smith and Khawaja at vital moments.
Ben Stokes Keeps England Ahead Despite Australian Resistance ⚖️
Australia’s innings started poorly as Jake Weatherald and Marnus Labuschagne fell early to Archer. Steven Smith looked steady but was undone for 17, while Travis Head and Cameron Green played brief, promising knocks that were cut short.
Alex Carey’s 26 off 26 provided some stability, but Stokes’ spell broke the middle order completely. Australia ended the day at 123/9, still trailing by 49 runs, with Nathan Lyon and Brendan Doggett holding on.
The tight, low-scoring battle has set up a thrilling Day 2, where early wickets could give England a significant advantage.
Ben Stokes Headlines a Wild Day 1 — Full Scorecard Below 📝
🇬🇧 England 1st Innings — 172/10 (32.5 Overs)
- Harry Brook – 52 (61)
- Ollie Pope – 46 (58)
- Jamie Smith – 33 (22)
- Mitchell Starc – 7/58
🇦🇺 Australia 1st Innings — 123/9 (39 Overs)
- Alex Carey – 26 (26)
- Cameron Green – 24 (50)
- Travis Head – 21 (35)
- Ben Stokes – 5/23
- Jofra Archer – 2/11
Ben Stokes Sets Up a Thrilling Day 2 🔥
With Australia still behind and England fired up, Day 2 promises high drama. A quick finish to Australia’s innings could hand England early control. However, Starc’s form with the ball means England’s batters must show greater discipline.
A classic Ashes contest is unfolding — tense, unpredictable, and beautifully balanced.
