Mitchell Starc turns it on in the absence of Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood, as England's aggressive approach with the bat backfires spectacularly after Ben Stokes won the toss in the first Test.

Australian pacer Mitchell Starc troubled England with a magnificent seven-wicket haul, his first-ever in Test cricket and best-ever figures at Perth's Optus Stadium during the first Ashes Test against England on Friday.

Mitchell Starc's recent performance in the Perth Test is nothing short of extraordinary. With the absence of established fast bowlers, Starc took it upon himself to lead the charge. His figures of seven for 58 marked not only a personal best but also showcased his ability to dominate even when the odds seemed stacked against him.

Mitchell Starc’s best-ever spell bowled England out for 172, while Ben Stokes struck a fiery five-for, leaving Australia reeling at 123/9 on a dramatic opening day of the Perth Ashes Test.

Australia's pace spearhead Mitchell Starc stood tall with his career best bowling figures of seven for 58 to help skittle England for 172 on the first day of the Ashes opener on Friday. The 35-year-old was leading the attack in the absence of injured captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood,