Delhi: The first match of the Ashes Test series between Australia and England will be played from November 21 at Optus Stadium in Perth. This time Australia is hosting the entire Ashes series, and an exciting battle is expected between the two teams.

Starc gets a chance to beat Ashwin

In the first Test, Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc will have a golden opportunity to reach the top of a special list of the World Test Championship (WTC). Starc’s performance in Test cricket has always been excellent, and so far he has taken 191 wickets in the WTC.

Currently, India’s Ravichandran Ashwin is at third place in the WTC list of highest wicket takers. Ashwin has taken 195 wickets in 41 matches. Starc is at fourth position with 191 wickets. If Starc is successful in taking five wickets in the Perth Test, he will overtake Ashwin to reach third place.

Lyon and Cummins top the list

Australia’s spinner Nathan Lyon tops the list of highest wicket takers in WTC, who has taken 219 wickets in 53 matches. At second place is Pat Cummins of Australia, who has taken 215 wickets in 51 Tests.

Australia suffered injuries to two big players

Australia has announced its squad for the Perth Test long ago. However, the first blow to the team has come in the form of injuries to Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood. Both the legendary fast bowlers will not be available in the first test. In such a situation, Steve Smith will captain the team.