First time in 116 years! Day 1 of AUS vs ENG scripts cricketing history

A dramatic Ashes opening day saw 19 wickets tumble, with England's bowlers seizing the initiative. Mitchell Starc's seven-wicket haul initially put England in trouble, but Ben Stokes' exceptional five-wicket haul then decimated Australia. Despite batting first, England fought back strongly to end the day with a lead, setting up a thrilling contest.

First time in 116 years! Day 1 of AUS vs ENG scripts cricketing history
A dramatic Ashes opening day saw 19 wickets tumble, with England's bowlers seizing the initiative. Mitchell Starc's seven-wicket haul initially put England in trouble, but Ben Stokes' exceptional five-wicket haul then decimated Australia. Despite batting first, England fought back strongly to end the day with a lead, setting up a thrilling contest.