- England secured their first Test victory in Australia in 15 years, ending a long winless streak on Australian soil.
- Captain Ben Stokes and Joe Root, who had experienced many defeats there, shared “a little hug” and a moment of relief after the win at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
- The match saw 36 wickets fall in just six sessions and no half-centuries, a first for an Australian Test since 1932, with England successfully chasing 175.
- Josh Tongue was named player of the match for his seven wickets for 89 runs, while Jacob Bethell contributed a crucial 40 in his Ashes debut.
- The victory, which saw England's bowlers dismiss Australia for 152 and 132, helped restore some of the team's aggressive 'Bazball' approach.
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England end 15-year losing streak in Australia with Ashes Test victory
Australia
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Jacob Bethell
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