England Bowled Out for 131 as Australia Take Control in 1st ODI

England are staring at defeat in the opening ODI against Australia after being dismissed for just 131 in 33.4 overs at Optus Stadium in Perth.

Australia made a flying start to their chase of 132, reaching 44/1 in just 5.5 overs. Captain Mitchell Marsh is leading the response, remaining unbeaten on 36 from 19 deliveries, with three fours and three sixes.

The visitors now need just 88 runs from 44.1 overs, leaving England with a difficult task if they hope to defend their modest total.

Mitchell Marsh Sets the Pace in Australia's Chase

Marsh wasted little time putting pressure on the English bowlers. His strike rate of 189.47 reflects Australia's aggressive approach, with the captain already clearing the boundary three times.

Cooper Connolly is providing support at the other end, scoring an unbeaten seven from 15 balls. The pair have taken Australia into a comfortable position after an early setback.

England did manage to strike in the second over when Gus Atkinson removed Travis Head for a duck. Head departed after facing just one delivery, leaving Australia at 6/1.

However, that early breakthrough has done little to slow the visitors' scoring.

England Struggle After Australia Elect to Bowl

Australia won the toss and elected to bowl first, a decision that has worked firmly in their favour so far.

England's innings lasted only 33.4 overs, with the batting side unable to build a competitive total. Their 131-run effort has left the bowlers with a steep challenge against an Australian batting line-up that has started confidently.

Atkinson has been England's most successful bowler so far, claiming one wicket for 15 runs in 2.5 overs. Jofra Archer, meanwhile, has conceded 29 runs from his opening three overs without taking a wicket.

The latest England vs Australia Live score shows Australia firmly in control, with Marsh and Connolly at the crease.

Australia still have nine wickets available and plenty of time to complete the chase. England need quick wickets to put some pressure back on the visitors.

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