• Australia defeats England by five wickets in the final Ashes Test.
• The victory secures a 4-1 series triumph for Australia, marking their fourth consecutive series win at home.
• Travis Head and Steve Smith made significant contributions to the series, while Usman Khawaja bids farewell to international cricket.
• Mitchell Starc shines with key wickets and was awarded Player of the Series with 31 wickets.
• England's tour ended in disappointment, having lost four out of five Tests played.

Australia completed a five-wicket victory over England in the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney, successfully chasing a target of 160 to seal a 4-1 series triumph. Despite some nervous moments, Australia managed to secure the win in front of a jubilant home crowd before tea on the final day. The pivotal innings included contributions from Travis Head, who scored 29, and Jake Weatherald, who made 34, supported by Alex Carey who hit the winning runs with a four through the covers, according to Reuters and BBC.

England had resumed their innings with a score of 302-8 but could only add 40 runs before being bowled out for 342, with Jacob Bethell’s impressive 154 being the highlight for the tourists. Mitchell Starc was critical for Australia, taking three wickets and ultimately being recognized as Player of the Series for his 31 wickets throughout the five-match contest. Starc's performance played a significant role in Australia’s ability to dominate the series, according to Al Jazeera and BBC.

The match also marked an emotional farewell for Usman Khawaja, Australia’s first Muslim cricketer, who ended his career at age 39. Despite a short innings of only six runs, Khawaja expressed gratitude for his time in cricket and the support he received throughout his career, reflecting on the significance of playing for his country and his family's presence. His journey from Islamabad to becoming a role model in Australia was celebrated as he received acknowledgment from fans and teammates, according to Al Jazeera.

This series win continues Australia’s dominance in Ashes cricket, emphasizing their strength at home, particularly considering England's struggles in adapting to the Australian conditions. Ben Stokes, who led the English team through a harrowing tour, stated the need for reflection and adjustments in their strategy moving forward, as the team failed to meet the expectations set at the outset of the series. With criticism aimed at both team selection and preparations, the future of their playing style, dubbed "Bazball," comes under scrutiny after this disappointing outcome, according to BBC and Reuters.