Head powers to 162 as Australia reel in England at 5th Ashes TestSYDNEY, Jan 6, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - Run-machine Travis Head slammed his third century of the Ashes series Tuesday to be 162 not out at lunch on day three as Australia rapidly ran down England's first innings 384 in the fifth and final Test at Sydney. Steve Smith, who was dropped on 12, was not out 16 alongside Head, who was also put down on 121. The hosts lead the series 3-1 and have already retained the Ashes, with England desperate for another win after victory at the previous Test in Melbourne. It was his 12th Test century and first in Sydney to cement his reputation as one of the game's most versatile batsmen. Steve Smith had a let-off on 12 when he was dropped at leg slip by Zak Crawley.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha January 06, 2026 02:53 UTC