Australia vs England, 2nd Ashes Test: Root's 135* drives ENG to 325/9 at Stumps - Action in images

Joe Root got his 40th Test ton and remained unbeaten as England posted 325/9 at Stumps on Day 1, in Brisbane.

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Joe Root was at his dominant best, bagging his 40th Test ton as England posted 325/9 in 74 overs at stumps, on Day 1 of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. (REUTERS)

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Root was at his gritty best as he worked through the Aussie bowlers with calm and composure. (AFP)

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Root remained unbeaten at 134* off 202 balls, packed with 15 fours and a six. (AFP)

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Meanwhile, Jofra Archer also remained unbeaten at 32* off 26 balls. (REUTERS)

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On the other hand, Mitchell Starc took six wickets for Australia. (AFP)

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Starc accounted for the dismissals of Ben Duckett (0), Ollie Pope (0), Harry Brook (31*), Will Jacks (19), Gus Atkinson (4), Brydon Carse (0). (AFP)