Australia clinched the Ashes in emphatic fashion, defeating England by five wickets in the final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground to secure a dominant 4–1 series victory.
Chasing 160 on day five, Australia endured a nervy run chase but crossed the line after lunch, with Cameron Green and Alex Carey guiding them home. The win marked a fitting farewell for retiring Usman Khawaja, who received a standing ovation in his final Test.
England, despite Jacob Bethell’s brilliant 154, were outplayed across a gruelling series.
Brief Scores
ENG 384 & 342
AUS 567 & 161/5