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Michael Vaughan hails ‘intimidating’ England bowling line-up that left Australia ‘on the ropes’

Jofra Archer set the tone as England caused Australia’s batters major problems on the opening day of the first Ashes Test (Robbie Stephenson/PA) — Jofra Archer set the tone as England caused Australia’s batters major problems on the opening day of the first Ashes Test (Robbie Stephenson/PA) (PA Wire)

England's fast bowlers made a significant impact on day one of the Ashes Test in Perth, reducing Australia to 123 for nine after being bowled out for 172.
Captain Ben Stokes delivered an impressive performance, taking five wickets for 23 runs, while Jofra Archer and Brydon Carse both took two wickets.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan claimed that England's “intimidating” pace attack had already created "scars" among Australia's batters, and left them “on the ropes”.
Pundits, including Sir Alastair Cook and Justin Langer, praised Stokes' crucial contribution, emphasising his importance to the England team.
The opening day saw a remarkable 19 wickets fall, marking the most on day one of an Ashes Test since 1909.

Michael Vaughan sees ‘scars’ on Australia batters as England fight back in Ashes — In full