Australia dominated Day 4 of the final Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, holding a 119-run lead over England with the visitors at 302/8 at stumps. Despite Jacob Bethell’s resilient performance, Australia maintained control after reducing England to 302/8.
Australia, starting the day at 518/7, extended their lead by adding 49 runs before being bowled out for 567, securing a significant 183-run first-innings lead.
England faced early setbacks in their second innings as opener Zak Crawley fell in the first over. However, Jacob Bethell and Ben Duckett steadied the innings, guiding England to 80 for 1 at lunch.
The second session saw Duckett’s dismissal by Michael Neser, followed by Joe Root’s departure at the hands of Scott Boland in the 32nd over.
Vice-captain Harry Brook and Bethell formed a crucial partnership, reaching 179 for 3 at tea. Bethell shone by scoring his maiden Test century off 162 balls, boosting England’s hopes.
Despite Bethell’s efforts, Beau Webster’s performance shifted the game’s momentum in Australia’s favor, dismissing key English batsmen and restricting their progress.
England ended the day at 302 for 8, with Bethell leading their batting lineup. The visitors pin their hopes on the young talent to continue his impressive form and push towards a double century.
Australia’s bowling attack was led by Beau Webster with 3 for 51, supported by Scott Boland with 2 for 34, Mitchell Starc with 1 for 61, and Michael Neser with 1 for 55.
