Match scorecards provide an accessible record of every run and wicket that occurs during a cricket game, giving fans and players alike something tangible to revisit long after the contest is over. Iconic rivalries such as the Australian Men’s Cricket Team Vs England Cricket Team Match Scorecard further highlight how detailed statistics capture the intensity and narrative of historic encounters.
Scorecards reveal how great batsmen play, how bowlers take control, and how tiny details can have an effect. A scorecard provides a full view of competition, skill, and strategy between two teams.
| Match | Format | Date / Series | Result / Scorecard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latest – 3rd ODI (Australia vs England) | ODI | Sept 29, 2024 – England Tour of Australia | AUS 304/7 (50); ENG 289 (48.3) — Australia won by 15 runs (ESPNcricinfo | Cricbuzz) |
| 2nd ODI | ODI | Sept 27, 2024 – England Tour of Australia | AUS 270/8 (50); ENG 271/6 (49.2) — England won by 4 wickets (ESPNcricinfo | Cricbuzz) |
| 1st ODI | ODI | Sept 24, 2024 – England Tour of Australia | AUS 315/6 (50); ENG 298 (49.1) — Australia won by 17 runs (ESPNcricinfo | Cricbuzz) |
| Latest – 5th Test (Ashes) | Test | July 27–31, 2023 – The Ashes | AUS 295 & 334; ENG 283 & 395/9d — Match Drawn (ESPNcricinfo | Cricbuzz) |
| 4th Test (Ashes) | Test | July 19–23, 2023 – Manchester | AUS 317 & 214/5d; ENG 592 — Match Drawn (ESPNcricinfo | Cricbuzz) |
The First Test
The inaugural Test at Perth was an epic disaster from start to finish as England were quickly bowled out for just 172 on an unsuitable pitch, Scott Boland and Mitchell Starc decimating their batting effort with devastating blows by Scott Boland and Mitchell Starc. Australia’s makeshift opener Travis Head stepped up a brilliant chase that delivered an unassailable lead after only two days – an unprecedented performance against all odds that ensured their unrivaled success on day three!
Head didn’t rush headlong into his innings from ball one; he allowed himself a few overs to assess the bounce and pace of the surface before unleashing himself against England’s attack. Batting alongside Jake Weatherald at the top of the order, Head amassed 75 from only 83 deliveries while then dominating stands of 117 and 51 with Marnus Labuschagne (recalled No 3). Reaching 123 off just 89 deliveries with 13 runs to go when finally removed by Brydon Carse (2-44) but by that stage his innings was complete – his dominance had long since been accomplished!
Under pressure, the rest of the batting lineup crumbled quickly with Jos Buttler (1-68) failing to live up to his excellent record at this venue; Joe Root lbw for one run; Ben Stokes hitting one behind; only Ashton Agar – scoring an exceptional 98 in his debut Test innings – offered any form of resistance.
English cricketers were favourites to take a one-off lead against Australia after their disappointing defeat, yet were again outplayed for just 177, with Starc and Boland both taking six wickets each to tie up the series at one game each.
Old Trafford proved an exciting climax to the series with Australia staging an astonishing comeback from 2-0 down, led by Richie Benaud’s astonishing 6-70 performance during England’s run chase. For the first time since 1959, Australia won five-match Ashes series in England since 1959. Lehmann sealed their win by scoring an innings and 80-run win to regain possession. Originally tied 2-2 before The Oval, where this final Test would decide its destiny; Australia prevailed and took possession back.
The Second Test
England’s Ashes hopes are all but dead following another crushing defeat at Brisbane. After showing some promise with their bat on day four, England were once more put down by Australia’s seam bowlers resulting in yet another collapse leaving them facing a 2-0 series deficit with only two Tests left to play.
Australia made an explosive comeback after lunch break, with Brydon Carse and Brendan Doggett taking three wickets quickly in quick succession to stun England. Veteran Usman Khawaja was first to fall, edged onto deep fine leg after playing an errant pull shot towards deep fine leg; Jofra Archer added another two wickets with Tom Curran trapped lbw by Jofra Archer before Jacob Bethell took advantage by nicking Nathan Lyon off-spinner Nathan Lyon to Alex Carey wicketkeeper Alex Carey before Jacob Bethell took two more by offspinner Nathan Lyon to wicketkeeper Alex Carey before Jacob Bethell took his fourth wicket by nicking off-spinner Nathan Lyon off-spinner Nathan Lyon into Alex Carey’s hands for another five wicket fall of England’s collapsed to take eight wickets of England’s innings to leave England reeling before taking six for 7.8 overs short innings is over after lunch break
Australia quickly closed out their victory despite Ben Stokes and Rory Burns putting up strong resistance. James Vince’s poor form continued, as he was caught behind for five. Meanwhile, Starc claimed 18 wickets of Ben Stokes to earn himself yet another crown of this series.
Ben Stokes made an innocuous stroke from Starc’s full delivery that fell straight to Gus Atkinson at slip and was caught off his pad, sending the tourists reeling on 136-6. Burns tried cutting an outside edge from Starc but chopped his stumps as an attempt at saving the game failed miserably.
Jofra Archer quickly decimated England’s lower order, leading them to be reduced to 146-9 before an unlikely hero emerged: 22-year-old debutant Sam Robson made an unbeaten 64 from just 107 balls as part of an important sixth wicket partnership of 96 with captain Stokes – sparking off an unlikely comeback for England.
England struggled to build any momentum when their innings unravelled; Robson was eventually bowled by Starc with a leg-break that skimmed off the pitch, while Jos Buttler succumbed to Starc’s spinners when an edged drive went past deep square leg for his wicket.
The Third Test
One day after being stunned in Sydney, England were still trying to find a way to recapture the Ashes urn. With some time to reflect in Noosa before heading south for their final Test match at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday (23:30 GMT Tuesday), England were searching for ways to return them but an unlikely victory may require a miracle of sorts.
Subplots to keep an eye on include the battle for the number three slot. Brendon McCullum hinted at an alteration of this pecking order when he suggested shorter square boundaries might suit Smith’s pull and hook shots better and that Ollie Pope could assume vice-captaincy duties instead of remaining vice-captain.
England appear likely to retain Pope, though they may need to determine how best to utilize him. He has been England’s highest scoring batsman during this series and third-highest run scorer – yet has had difficulty staying consistent and dealing with back problems.
Issues within his team could have contributed to his dismissal in Sydney when he was caught at gully off Larwood for seven. Larwood used bodyline bowling, creating unrest among his own side and prompting an angry letter from the MCC to cricket’s ruling body, the International Cricket Council (ICC).
The MCC responded by publishing an official code of conduct for players that emphasized that bodylining is unsportsmanlike and not in the interests of the game; and that umpires must consult with TV replay officials if they suspect there has been a breach in play.
International Cricket Council (ICC) has bestowed twelve men’s teams with full Test status. Other teams may still participate in first-class cricket under conditions that mimic those of Test cricket through its Intercontinental Cup matches or One Day Internationals/Twenty20 Internationals tournaments – several are played annually as part of Commonwealth Games tournaments, and India hosts its own four-day tournament as well.
The Fourth Test
Australia’s dominance with the bat ensured England would experience early difficulties. They lost eight wickets before lunch and were set a target of 175 on a pitch that had become slightly damp throughout the day. Joe Root hit an unimpressive 66 to give England some hope but ultimately failed in reaching it.
And so it proved. Not until late afternoon did England appear to have any chance of returning to the Test, but even then it was too little, too late. England folded for only 132 and were all out within 48 overs – thanks to Starc’s left-armer bowlering spree which saw all but two tourists fall quickly, including Ben Duckett being bowled by an inside edge then miscuing an attempt to drive straight onto leg slip only for Brydon Carse to take his wicket at leg slip.
At any rate, it was an extraordinary collapse by any measure; especially given how close they had come to saving the game and evening out the series. Furthermore, this marked the fourth time during this Ashes that an innings having attained 372 or higher failed to bring success and win a Test match.
England fans are likely to take great delight in cursing England fans who had taken risky approaches and paid the price. Yet another perspective might show it was entirely their own doing: England created this problem themselves.
Once their series are over, pressure on Brendon McCullum and Rob Key is increasing rapidly. To remain in charge next summer, they must show that they can do a better job than their predecessors if they wish to remain. With Sydney as their staging ground and beyond producing stronger sides under them as evidence for such claims, this should give them every chance at doing just that.