In an incredible moment of skill on the second day of the Sydney Test Australia, Michael Nesser Claimed an unforgettable catch and was bowled out Joe Root At 160 runs, a brilliant innings came to an end England Batsman. Root had a very resilient innings, playing 242 balls and hitting 15 fours, but a brilliant dismissal of Neser ended his century-long resistance.
Ashes 2025-26: Michael Neser takes a brilliant catch at full stretch to dismiss Joe Root
Neser’s catch was the turning point in a tense and hard-fought season. Root was playing exceptionally well, having already scored an impressive 160 and settling into such a rhythm that the England team looked comfortable. Neser bowled with intensity and bowled back-of-the-length balls while targeting the body. Root tried to hit the ball down the leg side, but the extra bounce stopped him.
The delivery was a little longer than expected, and as Root attempted to direct it, the leading edge emerged awkwardly. Neser reacted quickly to the situation, sprinting to his right and throwing himself wide to complete a diving catch, showing remarkable athleticism. The wicket took England to 384/9, as Root’s departure cost Australia a vital breakthrough in a highly competitive Test.
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Michael Neser had to make a very good effort to dismiss Joe Root for 160 runs. #ash pic.twitter.com/tqgTTDGBkZ
– cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) 5 January 2026
Root’s brilliant 160-run innings puts England in a strong position in the Sydney Ashes Test.
Root’s brilliant inning of 160 runs took over England’s innings on the second day of the 5th Ashes Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground and put the visiting team in a strong position. Root’s innings was a perfect blend of patience and aggression, he faced 242 balls and hit 15 fours. Despite losing wickets all around him, Root’s resilience ensured England could set a tough target for Australia, with his innings being the highlight of the day.
He was dismissed by Michael Neser in a brilliant catch-and-balled effort, a spectacular moment that left the Sydney crowd in awe. England’s innings ended at 384 runs, with a significant contribution harry brook (84) and jamie smith (46). Australia’s bowlers, especially Neser who took 4 wickets, tried hard but were unable to stop Root’s dominance. With Australia needing 385 runs to take the lead, the day ended with the hosts trailing by 348 runs at 36/0, necessitating a strong target chase on the third day to stay in the match.
