The Ashes: England start second innings 183 runs behind Australia

Last updated: January 7, 2026 5:37 am

Published January 7, 2026

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Fifth Test, day four, Sydney
England begin second innings 183 runs behind as Aussies bowled out for 567
Tongue removes Smith for 138 and bowls Starc before Jacks dismisses Boland for duck
England captain Stokes off field with abductor injury
Australia 567: Head 163, Smith 138, Webster 71*; Tongue 3-97, Carse 3-130
Hosts hold unassailable 3-1 series lead
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