England's chance is now: Perth, the Optus & Ashes

Perth's Lilac Hill sees a twist of fate as Australia's Josh Hazlewood is ruled out of the first Ashes Test due to a hamstring injury, following England's Mark Wood being cleared of worries about his own hamstring. With Hazlewood and Pat Cummins sidelined, Australia faces a challenge at Optus Stadium, while England eyes a chance to seize the Ashes after 13 years of Australian dominance. The series opener looms crucial for both teams, setting the stage for a competitive battle under the bright Australian sun.