The Ashes 2025 began with absolute chaos in Perth as 19 wickets fell on the opening day, leaving both teams stunned and the Test match wide open. England were bowled out for 172 in just 32.5 overs, with Harry Brook’s fighting 52 and Ollie Pope’s 46 being the only notable contributions. Mitchell Starc ripped through England’s top order, claiming crucial wickets including Crawley, Root, and Stokes.
Australia’s reply was even more dramatic. England’s bowlers came out firing, led by Jofra Archer, who dismissed Weatherald and Labuschagne early, triggering a collapse. Brydon Carse and Ben Stokes joined the destruction as Australia crumbled to 123/9 in 39 overs, still trailing by 49 runs at stumps.
Only Alex Carey showed resistance with a brisk 26 off 26, while Green added 24, but England’s relentless bowling kept Australia under pressure throughout the final session. With Australia one wicket away from being bowled out, Day 2 promises another gripping chapter of a highly unpredictable Ashes opener in Perth.
