Australia defeated England by 8 wickets in the second Test to take a 2-0 lead in the five-match Ashes series. The hosts completed the target of 65 in 10 overs. Mitchell Starc was named the Player of the Match for taking 8 wickets and scoring a fifty.

Match Overview – Australia vs England (December 4 – December 8)

England managed 334 runs in the first innings, with Joe Root scoring a hundred. Mitchell Starc took 6 wickets. Australia posted 511, with Jake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Alex Carey and Starc scoring half-centuries.

The visitors were bowled out for 241 runs in their innings.

Player of the Match

Mitchell Starc won the Player of the Match award for the second consecutive time.

How the Match Was Won

The contributions of all the Aussie batters in the first innings made all the difference.

Reactions and Post-Match Comments

“Very disappointing. A lot comes down to not being able to stand up to the pressure of this game, this format,” England captain Ben Stokes.

“Guys toiled hard, good partnership, got them out and chased 60. Great day. First two days were pretty even, game turned when we were able to extend to get the new ball under lights, that was crucial for us,” Steve Smith.

“”Two wins yeah, waited a bit longer than the first Test but hard-fought and good to be on the right side of it. Takes longer in the mornings at this stage,” Mitchell Starc.

FAQs – Australia vs England Player of the Match 2nd Ashes Test

Q1: Who was the Player of the Match in Australia vs England 2nd Test?

A1: Mitchell Starc was awarded the Player of the Match.

Q2: What were Mitchell Starc’s key stats?

A2: He scored a fifty and took eight wickets to lead his team to victory.

Q3: Who won the match between Australia and England?

A3: Australia won by 8 wickets at the Gabba in Brisbane.