Former Australian cricketers Greg Chappell and Matthew Hayden have criticized the Australian team's batting performance in the recent Ashes Test at the MCG, which concluded in under two days. Chappell attributed the collapses to a lack of technique and desire, suggesting batters surrender too easily. Hayden specifically called for accountability from batting coach Michael Di Venuto, stating the team's batting has been subpar for months and lacks basic technical security, regardless of pitch conditions.