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Australia dominated England in the first Ashes Test, winning by eight wickets. England collapsed in both innings, scoring 172 and 164, despite Brook’s half-century in the first innings. Starc starred with 10 wickets in the match. England couldn’t capitalize on their first innings lead. Australia successfully chased down the target of 205, thanks to Travis Head’s explosive 123. Head’s innings, which included the second-fastest Ashes century, demoralized England’s bowlers. This victory gives Australia a 1-0 lead in the five-match series, highlighting England’s struggles in Australia.
