Brisbane, Nov. 27 -- England opted for an all-pace attack consisting of Jofra Archer, Ben Stokes, Mark Wood, Gus Atkinson and Brydon Carse for their first Test against Australia atPerth, looking to capitalise on the pace-friendly conditions at the venue.
This decision reaped quick rewards, as the visitors bowled out the hosts for 132 in their first innings, maintaining a lead of 40 runs.
According to International Cricket Council (ICC), Skipper Ben Stokes (5/23) was the star of the show as he took a five-for in the innings, ripping through the Australian batting order.
However, in the second innings, England set a target of 205 for the home side to chase down, which Australia did with ease on the back of a special Travis Head knock that ...