Another across-the-line dismissal in the first innings, but got England going in the second. Zak Crawley – 6 – Another under-pressure England opener who did well to get them going in the second innings. Joe Root – 3 – A duck in the first innings, but battled for 15 in the second innings to ensure Australia did not get on a roll. Ben Stokes – 7 – Important runs in the first innings and stepped up with the ball when Gus Atkinson got injured. Will Jacks – 2 – Did not bowl, only batted once and dropped a catch, yet can say he was part of a rare England win in Australia.

Source: BBC December 27, 2025 19:15 UTC