England pacer Josh Tongue was named Player of the Match in the Boxing Day Test against Australia, taking seven wickets. Tongue, who has battled injuries including a pectoral and hamstring issue, revealed he considered retiring from the sport. He expressed gratitude for his hard work in returning to play for England, fulfilling a lifelong ambition. This marks the first time an England pacer has received this award in an Ashes Test in Australia since 1998.