Sport|CricketAustralia dominate England to win second Test in BrisbaneAustralia take a stranglehold of cricket’s oldest test series with a decisive eight-wicket victory at The Gabba.
## Australia Secures Victory in Second Test
Australia Secures Victory in Second Test
Australia achieved an eight-wicket win over England in the day-night second Ashes Test in Brisbane on Sun, Dec 7, 2025, taking a 2-0 lead in the series. The target of 65 was chased down in 10 overs, with captain Steve Smith hitting the winning six.
England's performance was subpar, with their batting and bowling falling short of expectations. Despite efforts by Joe Root, Zak Crawley, Ben Stokes, and Will Jacks, the team struggled. Poor strokes and fielding errors compounded their issues. Australia capitalized on these mistakes, particularly with a key run-out by Josh Inglis.
Australia now leads the five-Test series 2-0, positioning them as favorites to retain the Ashes. Upcoming matches are scheduled in Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney. England requires a win in the next Test, starting Dec 17, to remain in contention.
Australia achieved an eight-wicket win over England in the day-night second Ashes Test in Brisbane on Sun, Dec 7, 2025, taking a 2-0 lead in the series.
England was unable to overcome Australia's first-innings total of 511, ending their third day at 134-6. Although Stokes and Jacks mounted a resistance, scoring 59 runs in two hours, it was insufficient against Australia's disciplined bowling, led by Michael Neser with figures of 5-42.
The third Test commences on Thu, Dec 17, 2025, at the Adelaide Oval. The series will continue with the fourth Test starting on Boxing Day at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and conclude with the fifth Test in Sydney from Jan 4, 2026.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.