Australia lead England by 46 after 20 wickets fall on chaotic opening day of Fourth Test

Published: 12/26/2025
Australia lead England by 46 after 20 wickets fall on chaotic opening day of Fourth Test
England's Ashes tour faces another crisis after being bowled out for 110 by Australia on a chaotic first day of the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. With 20 wickets falling on day one, the most since 1909, Australia, led by stand-in captain Steve Smith, struggled as well, posting 152. Despite England's improved bowling, their disastrous batting display led to a steep decline during a single session. This could be the second two-day Ashes Test in 104 years, with Australia in the lead at 4-0.