England’s Ashes nightmare in Australia ended in familiar fashion at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Wednesday (January 8), with the hosts beating the visitors by five wickets to clinch the series 4-1.

Following the debacle, England and Wales Cricket Board's Chief Executive Officer, Richard Gould, issued a statement, citing that a 'thorough review' has been launched to assess different aspects of the flop show.

"We will take many lessons from this tour and are determined to improve quickly. Our focus is on regaining the Ashes in 2027. A thorough review of the campaign is already underway. This will cover tour planning and preparation, individual performance and behaviours, and our ability to adapt and respond effectively as circumstances require," Gould said in a statement.

Gould termed England's failure to live up to the expectations in the build-up to the Ashes as 'deeply disappointing'.

"This Ashes tour began with significant hope and anticipation, and it is therefore deeply disappointing that we have been unable to fulfil our ambition of winning the Ashes in Australia.

"While there were moments of strong performance and resilience during the series, including a hard-fought victory in the fourth Test in Melbourne, we were not consistent enough across all conditions and phases of the contest, and Australia ultimately deserved to retain the Ashes," he added.

England’s next Test assignment is scheduled against New Zealand at home in June, leaving the side with a lengthy window to reassess. Gould vowed to implement 'necessary changes' in the coming months.

"The men's team now moves on to Sri Lanka ahead of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, which begins in February, and we will implement the necessary changes over the coming months.

"As always, we are indebted to the travelling supporters who followed the team through thick and thin. Their loyalty and support have been humbling, and we are committed to repaying their faith with stronger performances in the future," the statement concluded.