Test Match Special The Ashes: England hammered in Perth
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Nov 22, 2025 
Michael Vaughan, former England captain, shares his tactical insights on England's unexpected collapse, highlighting pivotal batting mistakes. Travis Head, the Australian opener, exuberantly recounts his rapid century and the importance of rhythm in his play. Glenn McGrath analyzes England's approach, critiquing their decision to skip a warm-up match while emphasizing the need for adequate preparation. The discussions on match tactics and preparation set the stage for future challenges in the Ashes series.
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Repeated Batting Errors Cost England
- England repeated the same reckless batting mistakes from past tours, leaving and driving poorly against quality bowling.
- Michael Vaughan says that despite having the right attack and conditions, the batters failed to use their tools correctly.
Use The Pink‑Ball Game For Prep
- Play the pink-ball practice game to adjust to lights and the different ball if you can.
- Michael Vaughan argues players should use the Canberra match to prepare for Brisbane under lights.
One Innings Can Flip Momentum
- England's bowlers produced an outstanding opening-innings performance but couldn't recover after Travis Head's assault.
- Jonathan Agnew highlights how a single aggressive innings can neutralise prior bowling dominance.