The Ashes 2013: 5th Test, Day 1 - Heroes of the Day

James Anderson (2/52 in 18 overs)

James Anderson of England celebrates the wicket of Australia captain Michael Clarke during day one of the 5th Investec Ashes Test match between England and Australia at the Kia Oval on August 21, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

The Lancashire swing bowler, in tandem with Stuart Broad, made life difficult for the Aussie openers earlier in the day. He got the ball to swing both ways and troubled David Warner consistently before dismissing him with a full delivery outside off.

He had to wait long for his second wicket, with Watson retaliating through a flurry of boundaries. Eventually, he had Michael Clarke playing down the wrong line to a good-length ball around off; it brushed his pads and clipped the top of the off-stump.

If England are to make a strong comeback in the game, Anderson will have to be at his wicket-taking best on the morrow. Tough day in the office for the spearhead!