Australia handed England early chances — but once again found a way to regain control.
Sanjay Murthy and Geraint Jones break down the key moments from a pivotal Ashes day, including Alex Carey’s hundred, England’s bowling effort, and the decisions that still separate the sides.
00:00 An emotional start to the Test
02:00 England’s early bowling effort
04:30 Steve Smith out, Khawaja steps up
06:30 Alex Carey’s hundred and momentum shift
09:00 Jofra Archer’s return and pace management
12:00 Carse, control and bowling balance
15:00 Will Jacks and spin on Australian pitches
18:00 Confidence, keeping and batting rhythm
21:00 Session-by-session breakdown
25:00 Snicko, technology and trust
29:00 Carey, Starc and lower-order impact
33:00 Who actually won the day?
38:00 Selection pressure and mental edge
42:00 What England must do next
46:00 Final verdict and outlook