England were bowled out for 172 on the opening day of the first Ashes Test against Australia in Perth, with Mitchell Starc taking seven wickets for the hosts Mitchell Starc responded brilliantly to two of Australia's top bowlers missing the first Ashes test through injury (Image: (Photo by Paul Kane - CA/Cricket Australia via Getty Images))

England had a disastrous start in the first test of the 2025 Ashes series against Australia. Ben Stokes' team won the toss and chose to bat on a pitch that seemed perfect for Bazball.

However, the Australians, led by Mitchell Starc, tore through England's batting line-up with ease. Zak Crawley was sent back to the pavilion without scoring after just six deliveries, while Joe Root's quest for a century in Australia continues as he was dismissed

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