Australia wrapped up a dominant eight-wicket victory over England inside two days in a dramatic Ashes clash marked by batting collapses, fiery bowling spells, and a rapid finish that stunned fans worl

Stuart Broad had his heads in his hands in the commentary box as he watched England’s collapse against Australia in the first Ashes Test. England were left stunned in Perth as Travis Head’s incredible 69-ball century – the second-fastest in Ashes history – completed Australia’s eight-wicket victory to go 1-0 up in the series.

Australia continued their perfect flying start in the 2025-27 World Test Championship (WTC) cycle after a frenzied historic win against England in the 1st Test of the 2025-26 Ashes.

Chasing 205 to win, Head slammed 123 as the hosts romped home on day two by eight wickets in an electric start to the five-match series. Marnus Labuschagne was not-out 51 and Steve Smith on two

Australia opener Travis Head broke multiple records with a fiery knock during the run chase against England in the Perth Test.

Jamie Smith was at the centre of controversy on Day 2 of the 1st Ashes Test. The England keeper chased a ball down the leg side from Mitchell Starc with a pull shot. After deliberation from Travis Head, captain Steve Smith opted for a review.

Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland triggered a post-lunch collapse, extending England’s batting woes as Joe Root departed cheaply amid the chaos.

Australia opener Travis Head scored his 10th Test century during the first Test match in the ongoing Ashes 2025 against England.