Australia's star fast bowler Mitchell Starc has got the tournament off to a thrilling start in the first Ashes Test at Perth, dismissing England's Zak Crawley for a duck in just one over. The left-handed opener was caught behind by Usman Khawaja at first slip in a stunning display of pace and accuracy from Starc.
The 32-year-old Australian pacer has been in fine form throughout his career, but this is the most impressive start he's made to an Ashes Test in recent memory. With the ball swinging precariously through the air, Starc managed to lure Crawley into a false shot, leaving the Englishman little chance of survival.
The dismissal was met with widespread acclaim from Australian fans, who are now sensing that their team might just have the upper hand in this five-match series against England. The pressure is already mounting on the visitors, who will be eager to avoid being bowled out for a second time on day one of an Ashes Test.
The wicket has given Australia's captain Pat Cummins a much-needed boost, and he'll now look to build on this impressive start with his team. The English batting line-up, which has been struggling in recent years, will need to lift their game if they're to stay in contention for the series.
With Crawley's dismissal, England are now on the back foot, facing a mountain of work if they're to get out of trouble. Australia, on the other hand, is feeling confident and hungry for victory. The stage is set for an exciting contest at Perth, and cricket fans around the world can't wait to see what unfolds next.
The 32-year-old Australian pacer has been in fine form throughout his career, but this is the most impressive start he's made to an Ashes Test in recent memory. With the ball swinging precariously through the air, Starc managed to lure Crawley into a false shot, leaving the Englishman little chance of survival.
The dismissal was met with widespread acclaim from Australian fans, who are now sensing that their team might just have the upper hand in this five-match series against England. The pressure is already mounting on the visitors, who will be eager to avoid being bowled out for a second time on day one of an Ashes Test.
The wicket has given Australia's captain Pat Cummins a much-needed boost, and he'll now look to build on this impressive start with his team. The English batting line-up, which has been struggling in recent years, will need to lift their game if they're to stay in contention for the series.
With Crawley's dismissal, England are now on the back foot, facing a mountain of work if they're to get out of trouble. Australia, on the other hand, is feeling confident and hungry for victory. The stage is set for an exciting contest at Perth, and cricket fans around the world can't wait to see what unfolds next.
! Mitchell Starc is a genius on the pitch, no doubt about it 
. That one over bowled Zak Crawley for a duck was just insane! The English team needs to step up their game ASAP 
. I mean, who gets out for a single over? Not exactly the best start for England 
. But seriously, this is what we've all been waiting for – some real excitement in the Ashes 
. Bring on the rest of the series, I'm ready to see more of Starc's magic 
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Starc just destroyed Crawley in like one over and now England's in trouble 
, and Cummins is gonna build on this momentum 
! The English batting line-up has been struggling lately so maybe they'll step up their game 
? Australia's got this Ashes series in the bag 
. It's refreshing to see an Aussie pacer like Starc showcasing his exceptional skills, which have been quietly building throughout his career 
. On the other hand, this result has undoubtedly given Australia's captain Pat Cummins a significant boost in terms of team morale 
32 years old and still going strong! 
. And yeah, Australia's fans are going mental right now 
. England are gonna have to lift their game, and fast 
️. I think we can expect a lot of pressure on Crawley & Co. to get back on top ASAP 
The way he got Crawley to play that false shot was just masterclass stuff, and Usman Khawaja's catch at first slip was pure gold 
. Aussie fans are going wild right now, and for good reason - this is exactly the kind of momentum you want to build in a five-match series.
. Australia's captain Pat Cummins is clearly raking it in from this win, and he'll be looking to keep the pressure on with his team. It's gonna be an intense contest at Perth, and I'm hyped to see how it all plays out! 
. Our Aussie captain Pat Cummins is going to have a field day with this win under his belt. 
And honestly, the English batsmen are gonna be in for a world of hurt if they can't lift their game. It's gonna be a real battle at Perth, but I'm all for it! 
️ Bring it on, Ashes fans! 
. The pressure on Englan now is huge, and they'll have to lift their game big time if they wanna stay in the series. I'm not counting Ausy out yet tho... 
! Pat Cummins is gonna be so happy with his team's start 
. Bring it on, Ashes! This is gonna be epic 
Mitchell Starc really brought his A-game today and I'm stoked for the Aussies! One over and Crawley's gone, that's just mental! Usman Khawaja's got some sweet skills behind the stumps too. Now, I think England's in a bit of trouble if they can't get their act together soon. They've been struggling lately and this is exactly what Australia needs - a wake-up call!