Australia v England 1897-98

In this fifth and last test match, the Englishmen had a splendid chance of to some extent retrieving their reputation, Richardson's bowling being so good that on the first innings they secured a lead of 96 runs. This advantage, however, was quickly discounted when they went in for the second time, MacLaren, from the first ball of the innings, being caught in the slips. Other disasters followed, and at the end of the day nine wickets were down for 172. The next morning the innings closed for 178, the Australians being left with 275 to get to win,. This task was accomplished in wonderful style, the Australians winning the match by six wickets. Darling played one of his finest innings, departing from his cautious methods and hitting with immense power. This fourth win in five test matches removed the last remaining doubt as to the superiority of the Australians.