The Ashes 2025-26 series has been a whirlwind of high-stakes drama and rapid results, with the first four matches providing some of the most condensed Test cricket in recent history. Australia holds an unassailable 3-1 lead in the Ashes 2025-26 series ahead of Sydney Test Australia currently holds an unassailable 3-1 lead in the

Test cricket, the dictum has it, is a batsman’s game. Captaincy, administration and even commentary are all dominated by batsmen.

Sports Mole previews the fifth Ashes Test between Australia and England, including predictions, series so far, squads, start time and a lowdown on the SCG pitch.

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England have missed 11 chances across the Ashes which cost them a combined 383 runs, contributing heavily to their series loss in Australia

The Complete Saga has been released both physically and digitally for PS5 and Nintendo Switch, along with a Collector's Edition

Friends and family of bowler Josh Tongue said his performance for England against Australia was a "dream come true". The former Redditch, Bromyard and Worcestershire cricketer took seven wickets in the fourth Ashes test at the MCG, England's first test win down under in nearly 15 years.