England Breaks 15-Year Drought, Wins Boxing Day Test in Melbourne

• England defeated Australia by 4 wickets in the 4th Ashes Test at Melbourne, marking their first victory in the 2025-26 series.
• This win ends England's 15-year wait for a Boxing Day Test victory on Australian soil, last achieved in 2010.
• On a bowler-friendly pitch at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, England successfully chased a target of 175 runs on the second day.
• Australia was bowled out for 152 and 132, while England scored 110 and 178/6, with Brydon Carse taking four wickets in Australia's second innings.
• The victory salvages England's pride, as Australia had already secured an unassailable series lead.

Why It Matters: England's historic Boxing Day Test win in Melbourne ends a 15-year drought, salvaging pride.