Travis Head’s 123 Runs Help Australia Win Perth Test by 8 Wickets

The first Ashes Test concluded in just 2 days. In the Perth Test, Australia secured an 8-wicket victory, taking a 1-0 lead in the series. The match was largely dominated by bowlers, with Mitchell Starc taking 10 wickets overall and England captain Ben Stokes claiming 5 wickets in the first innings.

England’s first innings ended at 172 runs, with Starc taking 7 wickets. Australia responded with 132 runs, with Stokes taking 5 wickets. In England’s second innings, they scored 164 runs, setting a target of 205 for Australia.

During the run chase, Travis Head played a brilliant and memorable innings of 123 runs, including 16 fours and 4 sixes. In addition, Marnus Labuschagne remained unbeaten on 51 runs. Australia successfully chased the target with the loss of just 2 wickets, marking a remarkable start to the Ashes series.