Australia today defeated England by six wickets in the second Test to take
2-0 lead in the Ashes Test series.
Chasing a modest total of 168 runs from a minimum of 36 overs, the Baggy Green reached home with six wickets in hand.
Australia lost Justin Langer (7), Matthew Hayden
(18), Ricky Ponting (49) and Damien Martyn (5) during their run
chase.
Middle order batsman Mike Hussey remained unbeaten on 61 runs and Michael
Clarke was unconquered on 21.
Australian leg-spinner Shane Warne was the architect of England's
collapse, capturing four for 49 off 32 overs.
Glenn McGrath and Brett Lee captured two wickets each.
The third test of the series starts in Perth on December 14.
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