Last summer England branded themselves “rockstars” and “entertainers” on the back of their Bazball-style of play, but on the morning of day two at the Oval, in contrast to their opponents, Australia looked more like a classical orchestra.
On the first day, in overcast conditions, England were all out for 283 in less than 55 overs, long before anyone had thought about the new ball. But when it came to Australia’s turn to bat, the difference in styles was never more evident.
