England Bowls Out Australia on Day One of Fourth Ashes Test at MCG
The fourth Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Boxing Day 2025 saw a dramatic first day with 20 wickets falling.
England bowled Australia out for 152 runs, with Josh Tongue delivering a career-best performance, taking five wickets for 45 runs.
In response, England struggled with the bat and were all out for 110, with Harry Brook top-scoring with 41 runs in their first innings.
The pitch was described as doing quite a bit, contributing to the high number of wickets on day one.
England's approach was noted for applying pressure and maintaining a positive brand of cricket despite the challenges.
Australia leads by 46 runs on the first innings and will resume day two with Travis Head at the crease alongside Scott Boland.
Australia’s pace bowler Michael Neser cautioned against preconceptions about the pitch, suggesting it might move fast early but play differently later in the match.
