Alana King Dominates England with Career-Best Spell in Historic Women's Ashes Test

Australia's leg-spinner Alana King took four wickets at the MCG, leaving England in disarray on the first day of the day-night Test, as Ellyse Perry's injury raised concerns.

• Alana King delivered a remarkable leg-spin performance, taking 4-45 in 23 overs, as England was bowled out for 170 in 71.4 overs on day one of the Women's Ashes Test at the MCG.
• King's spell, bowled from the Shane Warne Stand End, showcased prodigious turn and control, earning praise from cricket greats and drawing comparisons to iconic spinners like Shane Warne and Peggy Antonio.
• Australia ended the day at 56-1, with debutant Georgia Voll the only wicket to fall, while Phoebe Litchfield and Annabel Sutherland showed promise in the night session.
• Ellyse Perry suffered a hip injury while fielding and did not return to the field; her participation in the remainder of the match will be determined after further assessment.
• This Test marks the first women's match at the MCG since 1949, with significant historical tributes, including Alyssa Healy wearing Betty Wilson's blazer at the toss.

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