19 WICKETS IN ONE DAY. 🤯 Starc Hits 100 Ashes Wickets. Stokes Answers. THIS WASN’T CRICKET—IT WAS WAR.
The Ashes 2025-26 exploded into life in Perth! Day 1 delivered a record-breaking, bowling masterclass unlike anything seen in over a century . A staggering 19 wickets tumbled on the opening day . Mitchell Starc, the Australian pace spearhead, unleashed a devastating 7-wicket haul (7/58), becoming the first to claim 100 Ashes wickets in the process . His early carnage left England reeling at 172 all out . But the story wasn't over! Captain Ben Stokes answered with a magnificent 5-wicket haul of his own, sending Australia crashing to 123/9 by stumps . This wasn't just cricket; it was pure, unadulterated pace bowling theatre . With England holding a crucial 49-run lead, the stage is set for an epic battle on Day 2. Who will prevail? Subscribe for deep dives into every moment of this historic Ashes series! #Ashes #Cricket
