Australia Trails England by 101 Runs in Ashes Fourth Test
Oval, London – Australia reached 3-233, trailing England by 101 runs at the close of play, as Steve Smith (25) and Cameron Green (26) navigate a challenging final session against England’s bowlers. Gus Atkinson and Jofra Archer featured prominently in a tense bowling exchange, while Smith capitalized on fortune with a skied pull shot for four and a subsequent ramp for six.
The fourth Ashes Test at the Oval is finely poised, with England seeking to level the series and Australia aiming to retain the urn. Play began with Atkinson delivering a full ball to Smith, who responded with a punch to mid-on. Green cautiously defended against Atkinson’s straighter deliveries, before finding the boundary with a well-timed pull shot. Archer’s spell saw Smith benefit from a misjudged pull that flew over the keeper for four, followed by an elegant ramp shot for six.
Scorecard Summary: Australia 3-233 (Steve Smith 25, Cameron Green 26), trails England by 101 runs.
Key Moments:
* Early Exchange: Atkinson started with a full delivery to Smith,setting a measured pace.
* Green’s Boundary: A pull shot from Green dribbled to the boundary, adding valuable runs.
* Smith’s Fortune: A skied pull from Smith landed safely for four,offering a stroke of luck.
* Smith’s Six: A ramp shot over the slips secured six runs for Smith, showcasing his batting prowess.
Teams:
* England: (Lineup details not provided in source)
* Australia: Steve Smith, Cameron Green, (full team details not provided in source)
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