Johnson reprised his man-of-the-match performance in the 381-run first Gabba Test win with a destructive seven for 40 that strong-armed England out of the game and Australia onto the cusp of a two-nil series lead with three Tests to play. Australia, who declared at 570 for nine, once again skittled the Ashes holders cheaply for 172.

Mitchell Johnson celebrates after claiming a wicket at Adelaide. Pic/AFP