MELBOURNE (Australia): Scott Boland returned with figures of 6 for 7 in his four overs as Australia blew away England on day three at the MCG to retain the Ashes.
Boland skittled England for an embarrassing 68 on Tuesday to win the third Test by an innings and 14 runs and retain the Ashes with two matches still to play.
The win ensures Australia stay at the top of the WTC standings with 100% points while England slip further in terms of PCT.
Already on the brink after a sensational bowling performance from Australia on day two, England needed a big performance from two of their best batters – Joe Root and Ben Stokes.
A couple of flourishes and beautiful drives from the pair would have given them a semblance of hope. But once the Australian bowlers found their rhythm again, the procession began.
England, on the other hand, will be left pondering where exactly things went wrong as their horrendous tour continued. The fourth Test will be played in Sydney on 5 January.
