Harry Brook on the Brink of 3000 Test Runs as Ashes Series Continues

As the Ashes series unfolds, England's Harry Brook is on the verge of a significant milestone, needing just seven runs to reach 3000 Test runs. Scheduled to play in the upcoming fourth Test, Brook's performance has been a reflection of England's struggles in the series, where they currently trail Australia 3-0. Despite showing promise, Brook has faced challenges, with only one half-century in six innings. The ongoing series has seen Australia dominate, with standout performances from their bowlers and key players like Usman Khawaja and Alex Carey. Will Brook achieve his milestone in the next match? Read on to find out more.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 25, 2025, 02:17 IST

Brook Approaches Milestone in Ashes Series

Melbourne, Australia - December 24: England's star batter Harry Brook is just seven runs shy of reaching 3000 Test runs. Currently participating in the Ashes series in Australia, he is expected to play in the fourth Test scheduled to begin on December 26.

Should Brook achieve this milestone in his next innings, he will match the record of former England cricketer Denis Compton, who reached 3000 runs in 57 innings, according to ESPNcricinfo.

Reflecting on the ongoing Ashes series, Brook's performance has mirrored England's overall display, showcasing both brilliant moments and frustrating errors that have allowed Australia to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the five-match series.

With a total of 173 runs, Brook has outperformed all his teammates except for the top-ranked Joe Root. However, he has only managed one half-century across six innings, with several dismissals occurring at critical junctures for the team.

Under the leadership of Ben Stokes, the England squad has been outclassed by Australia in all aspects throughout the three matches played so far.

In the third Test at the Adelaide Oval, Australia won the toss and opted to bat first but faced early challenges, slipping to 94/4 due to the effective bowling of Jofra Archer and Brydon Carse. Nevertheless, veteran players Usman Khawaja (82) and Alex Carey (106) steadied the innings, allowing Australia to finish with 371 runs. Archer excelled for England, taking 5 wickets for 53 runs, supported by Josh Tongue and Will Jacks.

During England's first innings, Nathan Lyon (2/70) and Pat Cummins (3/70) curtailed significant partnerships, although Ben Stokes (83) and Archer (51) managed to form a century partnership, bringing the score to 286, still trailing by 85 runs. Boland claimed three wickets to wrap up the tail.

In Australia's second innings, Travis Head (170) and Carey (72) dominated, setting a challenging target of 349 runs. England, chasing a record 435, lost early wickets and struggled despite contributions from Joe Root (39), Harry Brook (56), Jamie Smith (60), and Will Jacks (47). Key support from Carse (39*) was not enough, as England was eventually bowled out for 352.

Starc, Cummins, and Lyon were the standout bowlers for Australia. With this victory, Australia has secured an unassailable 3-0 lead in the series, and Alex Carey was named Player of the Match for his pivotal performances.