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England bowling coach David Saker 'disappointed' by display

England bowling coach David Saker says that it was a "disappointing day" for the tourists as Australia closed day one of the third Ashes Test on 326-6.

England bowling coach David Saker has expressed his 'disappointment' at the tourists' bowling display in Perth following day one of the third Ashes Test against Australia.

The visitors looked to be in control after restricting the Aussies to 143-5, but dominant performances at the crease by Steve Smith, Brad Haddin and Mitchell Johnson have ensured that they begin day two on 326-6.

"It was a disappointing day for all the bowlers," Saker told Sky Sports News. "We pride ourselves at being able to restrict scoring and we weren't able to do that. We had a chance, but we weren't able to take it.

"We probably bowled a little bit too short, but the game is still alive. We will come back tomorrow, fight to get the four wickets and then hopefully bat really well."

While Saker believes that England could have done better, Broad has said that taking six wickets was a "good effort" from England.

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Australia's batsman Steven Smith raises his bat as he reaches his 100 on day one of the third Ashes cricket Test against England in Perth on December 13, 2013
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