Australia fights back to dismiss England for 315 in ODI opener

In the first one-day international at Trent Bridge on Thursday, Australia managed to dismiss England for 315 runs despite being short-handed due to illness and injury among key players. England started strong, with Harry Brook winning the toss and Ben Duckett scoring a brisk 95 runs. The partnership between Duckett and Will Jacks, who contributed 62 runs, set a solid foundation for England's innings. However, the Australian bowlers, particularly Marnus Labuschagne, turned the tide. Labuschagne, who was initially an unlikely hero, took three crucial wickets, including that of Duckett and Brook, helping to dismantle England's batting order. His performance was complemented by Adam Zampa, who marked his 100th ODI with impressive figures of 3-49. England's middle and lower order struggled against spin, losing their last six wickets for just 59 runs. Australia's bowling strategy, which included deploying seven bowlers, proved effective as they capitalized on England's inability to build on their strong start. The match saw England fail to bat out their full 50 overs, falling short by two balls. This match sets the tone for the five-game series, showcasing Australia's resilience despite their depleted squad. The performance of Labuschagne and Zampa highlights the depth of talent within the Australian team, suggesting they remain formidable opponents even when facing challenges.