Brook hits back in fifth Ashes Test after early Australia strikes

LONDON, July 27 (AFP): Harry Brook counter-attacked in thrilling style after Australia picked up three early wickets on the first day of the fifth and final Ashes Test at The Oval.
England were 131-3 at lunch on Thursday, having been wobbling at 73-3. Moeen Ali was 10 not out, while rising star Brook was unbeaten on 48 off just 41 balls. Australia have already retained the Ashes as they are 2-1 up with one to play after a rain-affected draw at Old Trafford last week.
But the tourists arrived in London determined to secure their first Ashes series win in England for 22 years.