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Fans who tuned in for the opening of the Ashes on Friday morning were taken aback by Sir Alastair Cook’s outfit.

The 40-year-old was present at Optus Stadium in Perth to assist with the event.

Australia v England: 2025/26 Ashes Series - First Test: Day 1Sir Alastair Cook’s choice of attire led some fans to humorously suggest he resembled a schoolboyCredit: Getty Australia v England: 2025/26 Ashes Series - First Test: Day 1He showcased the trophy alongside former Australia coach Justin LangerCredit: Getty

Viewers were indeed surprised by Cook’s choice of formal attire.

He donned a fairly standard textured blue suit paired with a white shirt, but his accessory choice left many puzzled.

He opted for a bright green striped tie that bore a striking resemblance to a school uniform.

Fans on social media playfully likened his look to a well-known schoolboy character from television.

One fan jokingly remarked: “Alastair Cook looks like the intern who didn’t realize it’s a more casual office setting.”

A second fan added: “It’s reminiscent of Will from .”

A third fan commented: “This is Cook’s signature style, and I adore him for it (and his world-class batting, of course).”

Fans might have wished he had arrived in whites, considering the early batting performance.

The visitors managed only 33 overs before being bowled out for a total of 172 early on Friday morning.

This score is lower than the 189 runs Cook himself scored in the final test of the 2010/11 series.

However, the now-retired star is present to lend his expertise to the event's coverage.

He will be hoping to share more positive insights about England’s bowling performance than their batting.

Illustration of the Ashes 2025/26 schedule, showing dates and venues for each test.

What was Sir Alastair Cook wearing during the Ashes opening?

Sir Alastair Cook wore a textured blue suit over a white shirt, complemented by a bright green striped tie that resembled a school uniform.

How did fans react to Cook's outfit?

Fans humorously compared his outfit to that of a schoolboy character, with comments suggesting he looked like an intern unaware of a casual office environment.

What was the batting performance of the England team?

The England team was bowled out for a total of 172 runs in just 33 overs, which is lower than the score Cook achieved in his last test match.