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Ashes Opener: 19 Wickets Fall on Chaotic Day 1!
21 Nov, 2025
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.




