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For the second straight time, England came to Australia four-nothing.
But this time, it seems worse. Things started horribly for the tourists right from the first ball of the series, and it didn’t get any better from there. Four chastening defeats later, England finished the series on the back of a shocking collapse even by their standards.
After Rory Burns and Zak Crawley gave England hope with a 68-run opening stand in pursuit of 271, England lost 10/56 in 22.5 overs to surrender 4-0. Sir Ian Botham described it as gutless, and no one can argue with his sentiment. England’s drought in Australia now stretches to 15 Tests, and on this evidence, they will have to completely transform their Test batting to stand a chance in four years’ time.
“It’s been a really tough tour. We’ve played good cricket in parts, just not been able to structure a whole game together. It’s something we have to learn from and not go away and keep making the same mistakes,” said England captain Joe Root.
“It’s pretty obvious we need to be putting more runs on the board. Too often we’ve not given our bowlers enough to work. We’ve been outplayed in all areas and credit to Australia.”
Mark Wood was one of the positives for England, with his six-wicket haul giving his team hope of a consolation win. But, Pat Cummins’ side was too strong after Cameron Green turned the innings with three wickets.
“To have someone like Cameron Green in his second year to grow as a batter and bowler as well as some of the younger players then the hold stalwarts like Scotty Boland and all the old-pros continue their form. Can’t wait to show our wares overseas, we really judge ourselves in all conditions,” said Pat Cummins.
