Australia collapsed on the day one of the first Ashes Test as England's fast bowling attack caught them cold to leave the tourists on top at Perth Stadium. Although the Aussies removed England, who won the toss and decided to bat, for just 172 runs with Mitchell Starc taking SEVEN wickets, the hosts fell apart with their top order crumbling.

Indeed, Jofra Archer removed Jake Weatherald and Marcus Labuschagne, while Brydon Carse got captain Steve Smith and Usman Khawaja out before Ben Stokes produced a stellar bowling performance to take five wickets and ensure Australia ended the opening day on 123-9, still 49 behind the tourists. Here is how the Australian media reacted to a dramatic first day in Perth...

Frailites remain

Fox Sports highlighted Australia's "top-order frailties" with W

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