Not many knew about him until Michael Clarke decided to name him in the playing XI for the opening Test of the 2013 Ashes series in England. In fact the decision came as a big surprise as Clarke preferred a rookie ahead of an already experienced Nathan Lyon who was also in the squad.
The game began and he didn't need to do much as his fast bowlers did the job for Australia and England were bowled out just before close of play on the first day. In reply, the Australians made a meal of their batting effort and were 117/9 when Ashton Agar joined Phil Hughes at the crease. The duo stunned England with a sensational 163-run last wicket stand as Agar was caught in the deep on 98. What's more, Australia also managed to get a handy lead.