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Australia Clinches Ashes 4-1 in Record-Breaking Test

1/8/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Australia secured a 4-1 Ashes victory with a five-wicket win in the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
Chasing 160, Australia faced a moment before Alex Carey and Cameron Green guided them to victory.
England's Jacob Bethell scored 154, while Mitchell Starc led Australia's bowlers with 31 wickets.
Usman Khawaja played his final Test, scoring six runs.
The match drew a record crowd of 211,032 at the SCG.

History

Historical Context

The Ashes series began in 1882 after Australia defeated England at The Oval, leading to a satirical obituary declaring the death of English cricket. Captain Ivo Bligh vowed to "recover those Ashes" during the 1882–83 tour, resulting in England winning two of three Tests. This historic rivalry continues, with Australia recently winning the 2023 series 2-2, reflecting cricket's enduring significance in both nations.

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Story summary

Australia secured a 4-1 Ashes victory with a five-wicket win in the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG).
Chasing 160, Australia faced a moment before Alex Carey and Cameron Green guided them to victory.
England's Jacob Bethell scored 154, while Mitchell Starc led Australia's bowlers with 31 wickets.
Usman Khawaja played his final Test, scoring six runs.
The match drew a record crowd of 211,032 at the SCG.

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