Travis Head has dominated England's pace bowlers with a stunning century to guide Australia to an eight-wicket win with three days to spare in the Ashes series opener.

Australia beat England inside two days in the Ashes 2025 opener in Perth after Travis Head’s 123 powered a swift chase. The early finish is expected to cost Cricket Australia over AUD 3 million in lost ticket revenue for days three and four.

According to reports, Cricket Australia are set to lose big money due to the two-day finish of the first Ashes Test in Perth

Australia needed a volunteer to replace an injured opening batter in a tough situation. Travis Head stepped up and delivered an unforgettable performance.

Australia defeated England by 8 wickets in The Ashes 2025 opener to go 1-0 up in the series. The second Test match of the series will be played from December 4, 2025 at The Gabba

Another frenetic day in Perth saw the visitors fold before Head, opening the batting, delivered an Australian masterclass in Travball

Australia's injured captain Pat Cummins is optimistic about featuring in the second Ashes Test against England in Brisbane. The pace spearhead, sidelined for four months with a back injury, has been bowling in the nets and feels he has a "half a chance" for the December 4th fixture.