England endured another difficult day at the Gabba, raising serious concerns about their position in the ongoing Test as Australia continued to control the game. The situation intensified late in the evening session, leaving England staring down the barrel under Gabba lights as Australia dominate from both bat and ball.
Australia began the day with confidence, building on their strong start. Their top-order showed patience and discipline, punishing loose deliveries and rotating the strike with ease. England’s bowlers tried different plans, but they struggled to create consistent pressure. As Australia’s lead grew, the visitors found themselves in a deeper hole.
By the second session, England looked frustrated. Missed chances and misfields only added to their problems. Australia, meanwhile, kept pushing the scoreboard forward. Their middle-order helped stretch the advantage, keeping England’s attack under continuous strain.
The turning point came when Australia accelerated under the floodlights. The hosts used the conditions perfectly, adding quick runs and setting up a strong platform. The growing deficit left England staring down the barrel under Gabba lights as Australia dominate the momentum of the match.
England’s batting effort later in the day did little to change the outlook. Early wickets fell due to poor shot selection and disciplined Australian bowling. The hosts targeted weaknesses and stuck to their plan. England’s top-order failed to provide resistance, placing even more pressure on the middle-order.
As the day closed, the visitors remained in a dangerous position. The scoreboard pressure and rising confidence of the Australian team left England staring down the barrel under Gabba lights as Australia dominate in all departments.
The next day will be crucial for England. They must rebuild carefully and avoid another collapse. Australia, on the other hand, will look to maintain control and push for a decisive victory at the Gabba.
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