England placed on a dominant show within the fourth Test at Manchester, amassing a considerable 275-run lead within the first innings.
With solely 30 overs doable resulting from rain on the final two days (Saturday and Sunday), the destiny of the match hung within the steadiness.
Despite England’s commanding place, Australia held on resolutely, managing to safe a draw and successfully retain the Ashes as the present holders. With a 2-1 lead within the sequence, they’ve yet one more essential encounter to play at The Oval this week.
“I think we definitely got away with one there,” Green, one in every of Australia’s not out batsmen, informed the cricket.com.au web site.
“There’s no point denying it. Whilst we were behind the game, and you never know what would have happened, cricket is a funny game, but England dominated this one. We definitely got out of jail.”
The towering 24-year-old added: “We didn’t play our best game. The rain gods were in our favour the last couple of days. You just take it and move on to the next game.”
Green’s place at The Oval is below menace, with fellow all-rounder Mitchell Marsh in positive type and Australia considering a recall for spinner Todd Murphy.
But whether or not he options or not, Green has little doubt Australia can be absolutely targeted on securing their first Ashes sequence win in England in 22 years.
Australia have been additionally 2-1 up going to The Oval 4 years in the past however arguably paid the value for some over-enthusiastic celebrations beforehand as England gained in south London to sq. the sequence at 2-2.
“The last time they were here they had a win here (Old Trafford) to retain the Ashes, but it’s a bit different this time around,” stated Green.
“I’m sure a few guys are hurting from last time. We’ll keep it level-headed and looking forward to the next game.”
(With AFP Inputs)
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com