England down and out after Head century crushes all hopes of Ashes miracle
Rob Bagchi Fri, 19 December 2025 at 8:03 am UTC·53 min read Australia gave England a useful lesson in how to turn an advantage into an unassailable position as they strengthened their grip on the third Test and the Ashes. Ben Stokes does not like the word ‘ruthless’ and it is banned in the England dressing room. He bridles when he is asked about it because he says it is something always viewed in retrospect and his team goes out to win every game.Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement You can understand where he is coming from, but it is also a compliment to be described as ruthless because it is associated with winning sides, which is surely what England aspire to be. Except when they...