Overview
- Australia have won the first two Tests by eight wickets, putting the hosts one victory from sealing the series and a draw from retaining the urn in Adelaide.
- Former pacer Steve Harmison said England’s top seven are “brainwashed by Brendon McCullum” and praised Will Jacks’ measured 41 off 92 as a rare example of playing the situation.
- Geoffrey Boycott castigated England’s planning and mentality, questioned Harry Brook’s judgment under pressure, and derided talk of a four-year blueprint.
- Jonathan Agnew argued the aggressive approach has run its course, calling Bazball “unsustainable” after repeated batting errors in Australia.
- Ian Botham faulted preparation and fitness, highlighting dropped catches and the lack of pink-ball practice before Brisbane as issues England must address.