Archer’s pillow shot becomes awkward symbol of England’s Ashes nightmare Jofra Archer’s creature comforts emblematic of a touring England side seen as paying the price for taking a laid-back approach The Guardian - UK · Dec 6, 2025
Woeful England slide towards second Test defeat as Mitchell Starc and Australia dominate England 134/6 (trail Australia by 43 runs): The tourists are facing a 2-0 series deficit after Starc starred in Brisbane The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025
'Shocking look': Archer's pillow raises ire of Hayden England paceman Jofra Archer has been given both barrels by two of Australia's former hardheads after bringing a pillow to the Gabba. AAP · Dec 6, 2025
The Ashes: England sliding towards second Test defeat as Australia dominate Tourists tormented on dismal day three at the Gabba as 2-0 series deficit surely looms Evening Standard · Dec 6, 2025
'GOAT' Starc stars as Aussies eye 2-0 Ashes series lead With Mitchell Starc stellar, Australia are within striking distance of a 2-0 series lead following a dominant third day of the second Ashes Test. AAP · Dec 6, 2025
England rue five dropped catches as Australia build lead in second Ashes Test Shelled catches frustrated England’s bowlers as Australia ended day two with a 44-run lead after half-centuries for Jake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne and Steve Smith The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025
Hazlewood setback puts pace attack reunion in limbo An achilles complaint has halted the progress of Australia paceman Josh Hazlewood, who will not recommence running and bowling until next week. AAP · Dec 5, 2025
Australia v England: Ashes second Test, day two – as it happened England dropped five catches before Australia finished a dramatic day on 378 for six, a lead of 44 The Guardian - AU · Dec 5, 2025
Morning Mail: water challenge for AI revolution, Labor weighs gas reserve options, Starc sublime but England have edge Cooling giant datacentres will place strain on supplies, experts warn; government must take on producers to get better deal, say unions and industry The Guardian - AU · Dec 4, 2025
No Lyon helped me find rhythm: England's Crawley England's Zak Crawley conceded it was easier to find his rhythm against an all-pace attack after Nathan Lyon was axed from Australia's XI for the second Test. AAP · Dec 4, 2025
Nathan Lyon in ‘filthy’ mood after Test omission as Crawley hails ‘phenomenal’ Root Nathan Lyon admitted he was furious after being dropped by Australia for the first time in 13 years of home Tests The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2025
Stuart Broad questions Harry Brook over ‘crucial’ part of game after Ashes mistake Brook was dismissed cheaply playing at a wide Mitchell Starc delivery in the first innings of the second Ashes Test The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025
Sublime Starc is last man standing after Australia’s mystifying call to leave out Lyon Left-armer ran through England again but just how much will Australia regret not selecting their premium spinner at the Gabba? The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2025
Joe Root ends debate over ‘all-time great’ status with landmark Ashes hundred The England batter’s first century in Australia quietened several Australian doubters – and spared one high-profile backer a nude lap of the MCG. The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025
Evening Standard · Dec 4, 2025 Joe Root ends long wait for century in Australia to give England Ashes hope Root hits sublime 135 not out as tourists reach 325 for nine after thrilling opening to day-night showdown at the Gabba
The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2025 Zak Crawley’s handsome drives steady England ship and show power of perseverance England fans were bracing themselves for a familiar and depressing few hours before the opener finally came good
The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025 Joe Root ends wait for Test century in Australia to boost England’s Ashes hopes The former captain, playing his 16th Test and 30th innings Down Under, ended the day with an imperious 135 not out.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2025 Root finally makes century in Australia and late burst gives England edge after Starc salvo England closed the day on 325 for nine after Joe Root’s brilliant ton and some late fireworks from Jofra Archer helped the tourists fight back after six Mitchell Starc wickets
The Guardian - UK · Dec 4, 2025 Oh Duckett. I was fearing for Crawley when I should have been worrying about Ben Up against the brilliant Mitchell Starc and his band of bowlers, even a dot ball for England in the Ashes is a moment of relief
The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025 Mitchell Starc continues his mission to wreck England’s Ashes hopes in Brisbane Root, still chasing an elusive first century on Australian soil, is crucial to English hopes as the game moves towards its night-time phase.
Evening Standard · Dec 4, 2025 Ashes: Joe Root hits first Test century in Australia amid chaotic start to second Test Matthew Hayden’s blushes spared as Root takes full advantage of early reprieve with sparkling ton at the Gabba
The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025 Zak Crawley and Joe Root mount England fightback after two early wickets England reached 98 for two at tea in the Brisbane day-night second Ashes Test after losing Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope for ducks.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 3, 2025 Pink-ball wizard: batters on facing ‘devastating weapon’ Mitchell Starc Dawid Malan ‘smiles at the memory’ of taking on Australia’s relentless fast bowler under the lights
The Guardian - UK · Dec 2, 2025 Strengthened Australia welcome England to Gabbatoir in pivotal Ashes week Ben Stokes is still bullish but the omens suggests pink-ball Test could be a nightmare on Vulture Street
The Guardian - UK · Nov 30, 2025 Joe Root not a fan of day-night Ashes Test but aware he needs to shine under lights Joe Root said the Ashes did not need a day-night Test but he must rise to the challenge of playing under the lights at the Gabba