Australia Vs England LIVE Score, 1st Ashes Test, Day 2: Travis Head Goes Out To Open For Aussies| AUS 132 & 2/0 (1.5)

The opening Test of the Ashes 2025-26 series between Australia and England commenced at the iconic Optus Stadium in Perth on November 21, 2025, delivering high-intensity cricket that saw momentum swings and dramatic moments.

The opening Test of the 2025-26 Ashes series has already delivered drama, records, and a storm of early wickets, with Mitchell Starc and Zak Crawley unintentionally scripting one of the most unusual starts in Test cricket history.

Veteran quick Mitchell Starc was in devastating form, taking a career-best 7-58. But by the close, Ben Stokes was bouncing through Australian batters — and then the celebrations of his England team-mates — to bag 5-23 himself to ensure the visitors sleep well ahead of tomorrow’s second day, when Australia will resume on 123 for nine.

Every summer, as the footy season concludes, Australia transforms into a cricketing haven, igniting the passion for a sport that runs deep in its culture. This article explores the significance of the Ashes,

Injured Australian skipper Pat Cummins has revealed he is a chance to return for the second Test at The Gabba in what would be a huge boost after Josh Hazlewood was ruled out. Cummins was ruled out of the first Test in Perth with a lower back injury and was in doubt for the second Test at The Gabba starting on December 4.

What a day. There is nothing like Ashes cricket. Test cricket is great, but no other series feels like this. It felt like a huge event, with so many travelling England fans and amazing home support too.

The Ashes is a storied rivalry between Australia and England that has captivated cricket fans since 1882. Born from a mock newspaper obituary, the series is symbolized by a tiny urn containing —