England has evened up the Ashes to another degree after a decidedly feeble showing from Australia on the second day at Old Trafford.

Nine News sports reporter Mark Readings told Millsy and Karl on 6PR Breakfast Zak Crawley had some luck in knocking 189 but was ably assisted by a disastrous Australian bowling attack.

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It was a horrible night from the word go,” Mr Readings said.

“But let’s give credit where credit is due; Zak Crawley batted out of his skin.”