Joe Root achieved his second Ashes century and 41st Test hundred, equalling Ricky Ponting's record. The England batsman's composed innings guided his team to 272 for 5 on day two. This century marks his first with the red ball in Australia,

Joe Root's composed century in the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, backed by unmatched consistency and conversions, cements him as the standout Test batter of the current era.

Australia made early in-roads after losing the toss, but an unbeaten stand of 154 saw England recover impressively before the rain came

Australia host England in the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney - follow live scores, radio commentary, video highlights and updates.

On Tuesday, Ben Stokes felt the briefest of tributes to Joe Root was the most eloquent. “Sometimes less is more,” he argued. “I don’t need to say anything else except he’s just the absolute GOAT.” Three days later, Stokes was at the other end ...

Jamie Smith blasted by commentators after gifting his wicket away during Englands 384 all out at SCG; Joe Root hits 160 - his 41st ton in Tests and second of this Ashes - before Australia close on 166-2 to trail by 218 runs;

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is reportedly in discussions with England’s batting star Joe Root, hoping to sign him for the 2026 Pakistan Super League

As Joe Root sauntered back into the Sydney Cricket Ground’s picture-perfect pavilion, the southern sun glinting off its sloping green roof, he had every reason to cherish the moment. For his glorious innings of 160,