Head Ton Gives Australia 1-0 Ashes Lead
Australia defeated England by eight wickets in the opening Test of the Ashes, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. The match in Perth ended inside two days after England suffered a dramatic collapse, losing nine wickets for just 64 runs on Day 2. Australia chased the target of 205 in only 28.1 overs, reflecting their complete control of the contest.
Travis Head’s Blistering Hundred
Travis Head delivered a match-defining innings with a powerful 123 off 83 balls. His knock included 16 fours and 4 sixes, setting the tone early in the chase and dismantling England’s bowling attack. Head’s aggressive approach shifted the momentum firmly in Australia’s favour and is being hailed as one of his finest Ashes performances.
Bowlers Crush England’s Resistance
Australia’s bowlers were equally decisive. Mitchell Starc led the attack with a 10-wicket match haul, consistently breaking partnerships and triggering England’s sudden collapse after lunch. England briefly showed resistance but failed to rebuild once the top order fell apart, leaving Australia with a straightforward chase.
Implications For The Ashes Series
The commanding win gives Australia a strong advantage heading into the next Test in Brisbane. England will face pressure to regroup quickly and address both batting fragility and bowling inconsistencies to stay competitive in the five-match series.
