Cameron Green Admits ‘Australia Got Out Of Jail’ With Fourth Ashes Test Draw | Cricket News

Australia all-rounder Cameron Green admitted the vacationers had “got out of jail” in an Ashes-clinching draw at Old Trafford. England dominated the fourth Test in Manchester and led by 275 runs on first innings.  But with rain which means solely 30 overs have been doable throughout the ultimate two days on Saturday and Sunday, Australia held on for a draw. The outcome meant Australia, because the holders, retained the Ashes — they’re 2-1 up with simply this week’s fifth Test at The Oval left to play. “I think we definitely got away with one there,” Green, considered one of Australia’s not out batsmen, instructed 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 beneath menace, with fellow all-rounder Mitchell Marsh in advantageous type and Australia considering a recall for spinner Todd Murphy.

But whether or not he options or not, Green has little doubt Australia might be absolutely centered on securing their first Ashes collection 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 worth for some over-enthusiastic celebrations beforehand as England gained in south London to sq. the collection 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,” mentioned 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.”

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