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Ashes Opener: 19 Wickets Fall on Chaotic Day 1!
21 Nov
Summary
- Nineteen wickets fell on a dramatic opening day of the Ashes series.
- England collapsed to 172, but their bowlers fought back impressively.
- Brydon Carse praised captain Ben Stokes' 'game-changing' bowling spell.
The Ashes series kicked off with an astonishing opening day, witnessing a remarkable 19 wickets fall. England suffered a dramatic collapse, losing its tail end and being bowled out for 172 in a mere three overs. However, the visiting team's spirits remained high, fueled by a large contingent of their fans.
In response, England's five-man pace attack delivered a phenomenal performance, turning the tables on the Australian batsmen. By the close of play, Australia found themselves in a precarious position at 123-9, trailing significantly.
England pace bowler Brydon Carse lauded the day's events as 'awesome,' emphasizing the electric atmosphere and the value for money provided to spectators. He particularly praised captain Ben Stokes' inspiring 'game-changing' spell, stating it embodied the team's resilient character.
