Travis Head frustrates England as Australia near Ashes victory

19 Dec 2025 • 4:03 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • England is on the brink of a humbling Ashes defeat, with Australia poised for an unassailable 3-0 series lead.
  • Australian opener Travis Head scored his second century of the series, finishing day three on 142 not out, putting his side in a dominant position.
  • Australia reached 271 for four in their second innings, leaving England a daunting target of 356 runs to win.
  • England's first innings saw captain Ben Stokes score a battling 83 and Jofra Archer a maiden Test fifty, contributing to a 106-run stand before England were all out for 286.
  • Concerns remain over Ben Stokes's fitness after he suffered cramp and dehydration, and England's bowling attack struggled to contain Australia's batsmen.

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