Archive · 8 Dec 2025
Australia Wins 2nd Ashes Test
Australia won the 2nd Ashes Test against England by 8 wickets.
England scored 334 and 241, while Australia scored 511 and 69/2.
Ben Stokes scored 50 for England, and Michael Neser took 5 wickets for Australia.
Australia now leads the series 2-0.
The next test will be in Adelaide on December 17.
England's batting was inconsistent, and their bowling was criticized.
Australia's bowling was effective, and their batting was strong.
The match was intense, with some verbal exchanges between players.
Australia is now the overwhelming favorite to retain the Ashes.
Australia won the 2nd Ashes Test by 8 wickets, leading the series 2-0.
England scored 334 and 241, while Australia scored 511 and 69/2.
Ben Stokes scored 50 for England, and Michael Neser took 5 wickets for Australia.
Australia chased down the target of 65 runs quickly, with Steve Smith hitting the winning six.
The next test will be in Adelaide on December 17, with Australia as the overwhelming favorite to retain the Ashes.
- Who
- England and Australia cricket teams
- What
- 2nd Ashes Test
- When
- December 7, 2025
- Where
- Brisbane
- Why
- To determine the winner of the 2nd Ashes Test and the series lead
England
Australia
Batting Performance
England
England's batting was inconsistent, with only Stokes and Jacks showing resistance.
Australia
Australia's batting was strong, with a significant lead and quick chase.
Bowling Performance
England
England's bowling was criticized for not hitting the right lengths and dropping catches.
Australia
Australia's bowling was effective, with Neser taking a five-wicket haul.
- Match
- 2nd Ashes Test
- Result
- Australia won by 8 wickets
- Venue
- Brisbane
- Series Lead
- Australia leads 2-0
- England's Score
- 334 and 241
- Australia's Score
- 511 and 69/2
- Top Scorer (England)
- Ben Stokes (50)
- Top Bowler (Australia)
- Michael Neser (5-42)
- Next Test
- Adelaide, December 17
Sources
Australia Vs England Live Score, 2nd Ashes Test Day 4: Follow Scorecard And Match Action From Brisbane
Pink-Ball Test: Stokes stands alone as England collapse around him
Steve Smith Takes A Stunning Catch With Left Hand To End Will Jacks' Knock Of 41 | Watch
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'Bowl Fast When There Is Nothing..': Steve Smith Takes On Jofra Archer in Fiery Battle In Brisbane; Video
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