Ashes D5: 5th Test – Big moments, big players as Australia dominate the Ashes

Australia sealed the Ashes 4–1 with a composed five-wicket win on
day five at the SCG, finishing the series in control when it
mattered most.


England’s resistance ended early, losing their final two wickets
for 40 as Mitchell Starc completed a defining series with 31
wickets. Chasing 160, Australia had a few untidy moments but were
never seriously threatened, with Alex Carey striking the winning
runs.


Corbin Middlemas and Ed Cowan reflect on a series decided by
moments. England had chances, but Australia consistently won the
big ones. Travis Head’s 600-plus runs shaped the series, Starc
earned Player of the Series, and Usman Khawaja was farewelled in
his final Test at the SCG.ABC Grandstand cricket commentator
Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the
highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair
discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the
cricket agenda. Whether it's Ashes results, the latest in live
fixtures or you just need a hit of cricket banter.


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