Australia are all set to have a go at England in the fourth Test of the five-match series scheduled to start January 5 at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The series so far has witnessed a complete domination by the Australians as they lead 3-0. It is a combined effort by both the bowlers and the batters that helped the host in retaining the Ashes.
The team is currently leading the five-match series 3-0 and will be gunning for a 5-0 clean sweep. Englishmen, on the other hand, will be playing for pride in the remaining two games.
The tourists have looked in poor form in the Ashes 2021-22 so far. Despite their lackluster performances, England will be itching to pull one back in Sydney. They are laced with the superstars who can change the course of the game on their own. England need to focus more on their batting more and build partnerships.
Sydney, pitch report
The pitch at the Sydney Cricket Ground can be considered a good batting track. The batters are likely to get help from the surface early in the match while it has something to offer to the bowlers too. Seamers can expect some extra pace and bounce while the spinners can use the extra turn as the match progresses.
The team winning the toss should opt to bat first. It is believed that the surface will get slower and batting can become difficult towards the end.
Sydney Cricket Ground, Sydney records (Test)
Total matches played: 109
Matches won batting first: 47
Matches won batting second: 41
Average 1st Inns score: 317
Average 2nd Inns score: 313
Average 3rd Inns score: 313
Average 4th Inns score: 170
Highest Total: 700/7 (187.3) by India vs Australia
Lowest Total: 42/10 (37.3) by Australia vs England
Highest score chased: 288/2 (60.300) by Australia vs South Africa
Lowest score defended: 97/10 (107) by Australia vs England
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