Melbourne, Dec. 26 -- England pacer Josh Tongue made history, as he became the first bowler from his team to take a five-wicket haul during the prestigious Boxing Day Test fixture at Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) in the 21st century, playing a crucial role in cutting short Australia's innings to just two sessions on the opening day of the fourth Ashes Test on Friday.

Tongue produced the aggression, ruthlessness and venom that England fans had been waiting for. Having already lost the Ashes Test series and extending their wait for their first triumph in Australia since 2010/11, England and particularly Tongue, came to MCG for the prestigious fixture with vengeance in their eyes. Playing for the Three Lions badge on the chest, Tongue play...