Australia Produced a ruthless performance at the Gabba, taking an 8-wicket haul English They have a 2-0 lead in the 2025-26 series on Day 4 of the second Ashes. Despite a spirited English resistance in their second innings, a modest fourth innings chase never got into trouble for the hosts who easily wrapped up the match. The win not only demonstrated Australia’s depth and discipline, but also highlighted their brilliance Mitchell Starcan all-round display swung the contest decisively in the home’s favour.
Mitchell Starc is in the limelight with a phenomenal all-round display
Starc was the heartbeat of Australia’s triumph, delivering one of the best Test performances of his decorated career. His impact earned him both the innings and the man of the match award.
After England posted 334 in their first innings, Australia mounted a strong reply, piling up a mammoth 511. Australia’s top and middle order faltered with consistent contributions, with Starc stealing the show with the bat. At a critical juncture, the outing launched a counter-attack attack that stunned the visitors. His 77 was a jam, the highest individual score of the innings, an innings studded with crisp batting and fearless intent.
Starc’s innings, featuring a string of half-centuries from the Australian squad Jake Weatherald (72), Marnus labuschagne (65), Alex Carey (63) and Steve Smith (61). Their collective efforts would prove decisive in the 177th running lead in Australia.
Starc’s Bowling Masterclass Breaks England’s Resistance
If Starc’s batting baffled England, his bowling dismantled them. In the first innings, the left-arm pacer unleashed a spell of swinging and seaming the ball dangerously to record figures of 6/75. He repeatedly broke partnerships at crucial moments, ensuring that England never built any sustained urgency.
Starc also delivered the hostile bursts that rattled England’s middle order in the second innings, picking up 2/64. His ability to strike early and bounce back with near-strike demonstrated his unparalleled ability and fitness, cementing what remains one of the most feared pacers in Test cricket.
Australia’s comfortable chase seals the game
Facing a massive deficit, England showed glimpses of resilience in their second innings. Thanks to a few gritty contributions, they cruised to 241, but the total was still far enough to challenge Australia. Despite improved enforcement, the visitors were always under pressure and Australia’s disciplined attack ensured a disciplined onslaught of wickets coming at regular intervals.
Set a total of 65 runs to win, Australia’s openers had no time to confirm. They crawled to 33/0 by the meal break and came back to polish off the remaining runs. Although the Aussies lost Head of Travis and Marnus labuschagne In the process, however, he eventually recorded a dominant victory by 8 wickets with the captain Steve Smith Finishes the game by smashing a six.
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Here is the reaction of the fans:
Australia take a 2-0 series lead. pic.twitter.com/do0iero64o
– England Cricket (@englandcricket) December 7, 2025
– bowl
– a bat
– can be fielded
– can perform on big stagesA legend of the game.
Mitchell Starc goat 🐐. pic.twitter.com/6bom7sul0e– Rafi (@rafi4999) December 6, 2025
It will be poetic justice for Mitchell Starc to win the Test cricketer of the year. He always chose his country for money, retiring from T20IS to focus on Tests. A person grinds a lot even in the last stage of his career
– и (@lbdablu) December 6, 2025
Archer & Smith 👀# ash25 pic.twitter.com/rrdy5dxnzm
– CricketTimes.com (@crickettimeshq) December 7, 2025
Bat like don bradman
Mystery heavy ambosa-like bowl
Could be a field like Jonty Rhodes
He can be clutch like Hardik Pandya
As humble as Rahul Dravid
Aura like virat kohliThis is Sir Mitchell Starc for you pic.twitter.com/rptdawuq24
– 𝚅𝚞¹⁸ (@ Varunx18) December 7, 2025
Just take every award and give it to Mitchell Starc already. It ended the series in 6 days, arguably Australia’s weakest. England is like wet tissue paper. So weak and weak. Even West Indies fared better in Australia. Pakistan…
– Nikhil Mehra (@Tweetinderkaul) December 7, 2025
Nathan Lyon follows his substitute gaze, making important runs and partnerships with Mitchell Starc # Ashes2025 # ash25 #Ausvseng
– last dance (@26Sastdance) December 7, 2025
One of my favorite things about the Ashes is the commentary footage… But my first one has to be Mitchell Starc! Bat and ball … he’s amazing
— Alex Bailey (@Abails86) December 7, 2025
Australia’s Mitchell Starc had to come out and open this run on his own. 💪😂 # Ashes2025 #Aşlar #Cricket
— Marcus Ryan (@itsmarcusryan) December 7, 2025
Australia’s batting line-up .. Put Mitchell Starc at No.1.
– Noel bibito (@bibito86823) December 7, 2025
Great Australian cricket
Mitchell Starc 🇭🇲 https://t.co/7yu5cuupbd– Ahad Hasan (@iahad_27) December 7, 2025
It is not in your power to win a test series in England, Australia. Netherlands, Pakistan, West Indies and show your strength there. #Ausveng # ash25 #Gabba #Benstokes pic.twitter.com/aad0szi1mw
– Story Vault (@Realtycheck09) December 7, 2025
Hahahaengland still Shite. #Gabba
— Mark Simpson (@imarksimpson) December 7, 2025
This ash will pass faster than expected. Baseball hits the hype.
There is no real preparation on the ground, only a facade. These English cricketers are the most overrated cricketers you will find.# Ashes2025 #Ausveng #Gabba #Ausvseng #Crickettwitter
– Jim Moriarty (@moriartyjim100) December 7, 2025
Did they come to these shores saying that they encountered the weakest English? #Aşlar Aussie side in 15 years? #Ausveng
– Break a leg (@jesegrey) December 7, 2025
Bat
Can’t bark
He can’t catch it
He can’t use his brains
It won’t changeConcludes England cricket #Aşlar #bbcricket
— Jules (@julescamoore) December 7, 2025
Australia go 2-0 up in the Ashes as England suffer another humiliating loss.# Ashes2025
– Faraz Hashmi (@faraz_h24) December 7, 2025
Bloody love steve smith #Aşlar
— Kath (@kathblue) December 7, 2025
Australia 🇦🇺 Should scrap the rest of the Ashes and instead invite Virat Kohli & CO for a 15-match ODI series.
– broken cricket dreams cricket blog (@cricket_broken) December 7, 2025
Mood.
2-0.
Up to the Aussies.#Aşlar pic.twitter.com/y8sfddgyd7
– Cricblog ✍ (@cric_blog) December 7, 2025
England is completely humiliated🔥
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#Aşlar pic.twitter.com/fsvsplylbn
– PeakyFookingBlinders🪽 (@fookingpeaky) December 7, 2025
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