: Joe Root was unbeaten on 72 and Harry Brook on 78 when play was halted due to poor lighting and incoming rain.
As of April 2026, England is scheduled to return to Australia for a white-ball tour in late 2026. : Three matches starting November 12 in Perth. Australia vs England (Abandoned)
: Despite the delays, the match resumed on subsequent days. Australia ultimately won the Test by five wickets , securing a 4-1 series victory . Context of Previous Abandonments : Joe Root was unbeaten on 72 and
: Former Australian players Jason Gillespie and Darren Lehmann criticized the decision to stay off the field, noting that conditions appeared playable compared to historical precedents. Australia vs England (Abandoned)