England fast bowlers, led by captain Ben Stokes, ran through Australia's underperforming top order to throw the opening Ashes Test in Perth wide open.
The visitors, led by an outstanding five-wicket haul by Stokes, reduced the Aussies to 123-9 by stumps on a thrilling opening day where the tourists themselves were bowled out for 172 in less than 33 overs.
Captain Stokes had a forgettable day with the bat - clean bowled by Mitchell Starc - but kicked into top gear with the ball as he landed the knockout bowl on Australia's batting after a fine opening burst by Jofra Archer and the rest of England's impressive pace attack.
Stokes finished with 5-23 as he gave England the opportunity to land a big lead on a lively pitch.
Up until the final session, left-arm pacer Starc was the star of the show, leading a depleted pace attack with aplomb.
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