Michael Neser has caught the outside edge of Joe Root’s bat, and he is caught behind for a duck.
The English have lost 4-16 and all of a sudden, the ridiculous notion of Australia batting again does not seem so ridiculous.
Michael Neser celebrates the prized scalp of Joe Root.Credit: Justin McManus
Root had faced 15 balls and never looked settled. To his defence, the ball is seaming big time off this green-topped wicket.
The question has to be asked: is this pitch unfair for Test batsmen? With 14 wickets already, it would seem so.
England are now relying on the aggressive Harry Brook and allrounder Ben Stokes to salvage the innings.
A dejected Joe Root walks from the MCG pitch after being caught behind for a duck.Credit: Justin McManus