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'Has a touch of genius' - Ashes player ratings

'Has a touch of genius' - Ashes player ratings

Summary

England won their first Test match in Australia in almost 15 years, beating the hosts by four wickets in a two-day match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. The article provides player ratings for both England and Australia based on their performances in this game.

Key Facts

  • England won a Test match in Australia for the first time in nearly 15 years.
  • England defeated Australia by four wickets in a match that lasted only two days at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).
  • Ben Duckett and Zak Crawley, both England players, were rated 6 out of 10.
  • Harry Brook and Ben Stokes, also from England, received ratings of 7 out of 10 for their batting performance.
  • Australia’s top performer in the first innings was Michael Neser, with a rating of 7 out of 10.
  • Jake Weatherald from Australia received a low rating of 2 out of 10 as he struggled in this match.
  • Josh Tongue, from England, was named the player of the match for his five-wicket haul on the first day.

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