Delhi: The fifth and last match of the Ashes series is being played in Sydney. On the second day of the match, England’s first innings ended at 384 runs, of which Joe Root scored the highest run of 160 runs. In response, Australia has scored 166 runs after losing 2 wickets and is currently 218 runs behind.

Joe Root’s patient innings

Joe Root continued his innings strongly on the second day also. He scored 160 runs in 242 balls. During this period he hit 15 fours. Root handled the team in difficult times and made important partnerships. This was the 41st century of his Test career. Apart from them, Harry Brook played a useful inning of 84 runs and wicketkeeper Jamie Smith played a useful inning of 46 runs.

Michael Neser bowled brilliantly for Australia and took 4 wickets. Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland got 2-2 successes.

Australia’s fast start

Australia had a fast start in reply to 384 runs. Travis Head batted aggressively and scored unbeaten 91 runs. He played this innings in only 87 balls and hit 15 fours. Marnus Labuschagne contributed 48 runs, but he was out on the ball of Ben Stokes.

Jake Weatherald did not look very comfortable and was out LBW after scoring 21 runs. By the end of the day’s play, Michael Neser was present at the crease with head after scoring 1 run.

Captain Ben Stokes was the most successful bowler for England. He took 2 wickets and bowled tightly. However, England’s bowlers did not look very effective with the new ball and Australia scored runs quickly.