Australia v England Ashes - Ball-by-ball commentary of fourth Test as tourists race to victory at Melbourne Cricket Ground

Follow ball-by-ball commentary from the fourth Test of the 2025/26 NRMA Insurance men’s Ashes series as England head to Melbourne Cricket Ground looking to restore some pride and end any Australian hopes of the dreaded whitewash. The hosts are 3-0 up after victories in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide, meaning they will retain the urn for a full decade.

Highlights: Rollercoaster Day 1 sees 20 wickets fall as Australia lead England

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England captain Ben Stokes got the response he wanted with victory in the fourth Test of the NRMA Insurance men's Ashes series.

The series was lost for England, but they restored some pride at the MCG. Day 1 saw 20 wickets fall, and England built on that with a thrilling victory inside two days.

After bowling out Australia in their second innings, England chased down 175 for victory in Melbourne.

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