So good in the first innings in Perth, England’s bowlers were dismal in the opening session on day two to let Australia off the hook
Jofra Archer’s first ball zinged towards Jake Weatherald and screamed just past the bat. His second arrowed into his pads, knocking him off his feet, and after a review the umpire raised his finger.
Forty-five overs later, Australia were all out for not many. But that was Perth, a bowling performance that started with a statement of intent from England’s premier fast bowler and a lead followed by his teammates.
Written by Simon Burnton at the Gabba
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/dec/05/england-pace-attack-fumble-new-ball-ashes-australia-cricket under the title “Wayward England pace attack fumble their golden chance to strike with new ball | Simon Burnton”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
