Cricket Australia is desperately hoping a “shocker” MCG pitch flattens out after a madcap 20 wicket Boxing Day left the governing body staring at a fresh multi-million dollar hit.

England slump 2-0 down in five-match Ashes series vs Australia with eight-wicket defeat at The Gabba - a venue where they have not won a Test since 1986; third game of 2025/26 series takes place at Adelaide Oval from December 17-21;

Catch all the live scores, updates and highlights from the AUS vs ENG Test right here. Stay tuned for ball-by-ball commentary, key moments, player milestones, session summaries and expert insights as the action unfolds.

In this article, we will analyse why international red-ball games are becoming shorter and shorter with every passing Test match.

Ashes 4th Test Match Date, Time, Live Cricket Score Streaming Online: The Indian Express gives all the livestreaming details of Australia taking on England in the 4th Ashes Test in MCG

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