Ashes 2025-26: Fourth Test Day Four Live from MCG
Live updates from day four of the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Follow every over as England look to build on their fightback. Get involved with your thoughts.
Live updates from day four of the fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Follow every over as England look to build on their fightback. Get involved with your thoughts.
England clinch a thrilling first Test win in Australia for nearly 15 years, chasing 175 at the MCG in a breathless two-day match. Listen to the Ashes Weekly podcast analysis.
Monty Panesar praises Ben Stokes's resilience as England secure a consolation Ashes win in Melbourne. Read how the captain overcame immense pressure to lead his side to victory.
Former Coronation Street star Kym Marsh announces the birth of her fourth grandchild, Bobby, in a heartwarming Christmas Day Instagram post. Read the full story and see the adorable family photos.
A record 85,000 fans packed the MCG for the Boxing Day Test, transforming the cricket match into a vibrant cultural festival. Discover how tradition and spectacle converged in Melbourne.
Australia retained the Ashes after a decisive victory in the Adelaide Test, leaving England with serious questions. Listen to the Full Story podcast analysis.
Spinner Todd Murphy replaces the injured Nathan Lyon in Australia's squad for the Boxing Day Ashes Test. Captain Pat Cummins is rested. Get the full team news and analysis.
A mass exodus of DVSA driving examiners and a flawed booking system have created a national crisis, with average test waits hitting 22 weeks. Discover why the government's 7-week target is now delayed until 2027.
A federal judge has temporarily barred prosecutors from using materials seized from James Comey's ally, Daniel Richman, citing a likely Fourth Amendment violation. This major setback complicates the case against the former FBI director. Read the full anal
A Guardian columnist argues the absurdly difficult Life in the UK test, which her French husband is struggling to pass, should focus on modern British culture like Coronation Street and Greggs, not obscure historical facts.
England are staring down the barrel of defeat in the second Test against Australia in Brisbane. Resuming 43 runs behind with just four wickets left, their hopes now rest on Ben Stokes. Can he produce a miracle?
The DVSA has confirmed changes to driving and theory test centre hours over the festive period. Check the full list of dates to see if your test is affected.
Joe Root insists England's five dropped catches were human error, not poor prep, as Australia reach 378-6. Root's century keeps England in the Ashes Test. Read the full analysis.
Steve Smith's unbeaten 61 at the Gabba extends his mastery over Jofra Archer, who endured a punishing seven-over spell. England's Ashes hopes fade as Australia builds a commanding lead.
England's pace attack wasted the new ball on day two at the Gabba, allowing Australia to score freely. Analysis of a costly session in the Ashes.
Australia finish day two on 378-6, leading by 44 runs. England rue multiple dropped catches but late wickets from Carse offer hope. Follow the live Ashes action.
Australia's Josh Hazlewood faces a race against time for the Ashes after an Achilles complaint disrupted his recovery from a hamstring injury, casting doubt on a reunion of the famed pace attack.
The first major heatwave of the summer has struck New South Wales, with Sydney's CBD hitting 37.8C. Bushfire warnings are in place as firefighters battle blazes. Read the full afternoon update.
Joe Root's unbeaten 135, his first Test century in Australia, rescued England from 5-2 to a commanding 325-9 on day one of the second Ashes Test. Follow live coverage.
Joe Root scored his first Test century in Australia, a brilliant 128, to give England a fighting chance in the Ashes. Harry Brook's reckless dismissal provided a stark contrast.
Nathan Lyon reacts to shock Test omission as Joe Root's unbeaten 135 rescues England on dramatic first day of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. Full analysis inside.
Mitchell Starc is the only bowler retained as Australia make three changes for the final Ashes Test at The Oval. Nathan Lyon's shock omission headlines a major bowling shake-up. Read the full team news.
Joe Root scored his first Test century in Australia, a defiant 135*, as England recovered from 5-2 to reach 325-9 on a pulsating opening day against Mitchell Starc's six-wicket haul.
Zak Crawley answered his critics with a vital 76 on day one of the second Ashes Test, steadying England's innings after a shaky start. Read the full match analysis.
Ex-Australia keeper Brad Haddin accused England star Harry Brook of poor match awareness after his tame dismissal on day one of the second Ashes Test. Read the full analysis.
Mitchell Starc dismisses Ben Duckett for a golden duck as England endure a nerve-shredding first hour at the Gabba. Follow the live Ashes action and analysis.
Steve Smith reveals why he's wearing anti-glare tape under his eyes for the Ashes day-night Test. Discover the science and the Shivnarine Chanderpaul advice behind his unique look.
Ben Stokes explains the tactical decision to leave Shoaib Bashir out of the second Ashes Test in Brisbane, while providing an update on Mark Wood's fitness and paying tribute to Robin Smith.
England face a monumental challenge in the day-night Ashes Test at Adelaide Oval. With a 1-0 deficit, Ben Stokes's side must adapt to the pink ball under lights to level the series. Can they defy the odds?
Australia captain Pat Cummins confirms four changes to the starting XI for the second Ashes Test in Brisbane. Get the full team news and analysis ahead of the crucial Gabba clash.