Countdown over as first Ashes Test gets underway in Perth

ABC NEWS (Australia)

The countdown is over, with the first Ashes test underway in Perth and the sold-out crowd has been treated to a masterclass with Australia claiming early wickets.

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00:00Yeah, after days of build-up, the wait is finally over.

00:06Thousands of fans have flocked from across the country as well as from across the pond

00:10to pack out the Perth Stadium behind me there.

00:13It is the first time it's ever hosted the Ashes.

00:16We can hear the crowd roaring every now and then when there's a wicket that's scored.

00:22The city has delivered picture-perfect weather for cricket's oldest and most famous rivalry.

00:28And I can tell you there's been plenty of fun and banter this morning.

00:32Hopefully an exciting contest to finish and follow this afternoon.

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