Live Report - Head, Smith centuries put Australia in command
All the updates, stats, colour and more from the fifth Test between Australia and England in Sydney
VLive Sports DeskSyndicated Wire Coverage (ESPNcricinfo / Sports Feeds)
Jan 5, 2026, 10:36 PM
The Ashes•TEST
RESULT
England
Australia
384 & 342
567 & 161/5(T:160)
Australia won by 5 wickets
Match SummaryMatch at a Glance & Key Facts
Venue
Sydney Cricket Ground
SydneyFormat & Details
TEST • MULTI
Australia won by 5 wicketsKEY TAKEAWAYS
VLive Sports Desk- Editorial Angle:Analysis of Live ReportHead, Smith centuries put Australia in command: All the updates, stats, colour and more from the fifth Test between Australia and England in Sydney — assessing tactical impact and tournament progression.
- Score Snapshot:ENG 384 & 342 vs AUS 567 & 161/5 — Australia won by 5 wickets
- Tournament Context:Part of ICC World Test Championship 2025-2027. Follow real-time tournament standings, fixture progression, and live scorecards on VLive.
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