Australian players celebrate after England's Ben Stokes, right, was dismissed during play on day four of the third Ashes cricket test between England and Australia in Adelaide, Australia, Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025. AP
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England Slammed After Ashes Loss to 'Worst Australian Side in 15 Years'

  • England lost the Ashes to Australia, falling 82 runs short in the third Test at Adelaide Oval.
  • Australia secured an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series, retaining the Ashes in just 11 days of cricket.
  • Despite England's lower order showing resistance, Australia clinched victory with Scott Boland removing Josh Tongue.
  • Critics slammed England for losing to an Australian side considered their weakest in 15 years, despite England's high hopes.
  • Key Australian players like Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins were absent or limited, adding to England's disappointment.

Why It Matters: England's Ashes hopes crushed by Australia, sparking criticism over their predictable losses.

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