Last night, Seven’s coverage of the fifth Ashes test at the SCG once again topped overnight ratings.
Session three brought in a TV National Average Audience of 1,341,000 with a TV National Reach of 2,623,000.
England posted a strong first‑innings total of 384, powered by Joe Root’s masterful 160, his highest Test score in Australia and his 41st Test hundred.
Australia fought back in their reply, with Travis Head unbeaten on 91 and the hosts finishing 166‑2 at stumps, trimming the deficit to 218 with plenty of batting still in hand.
The day also featured a fiery on‑field exchange between Ben Stokes and Marnus Labuschagne, adding drama to a high‑class batting display.
Session two brought in the second heights TV National Average Audience at 1,268,000 and a TV National Reach of 2,001,000.
Followed by, The Ashes Day 2 Tea which boasted a TV National Average Audience of 1,027,000 and a TV National Reach of 1,245,000.
Over on Nine, Travel Guides brought in a Total TV National Reach of 1,555,000 and a Total TV National Average Audience of 691,000.
Channel 10’s 10 News saw a Total TV National Average Audience of 282,000.
