The Australian newspaper published a mock obituary declaring the death of Bazball after England's two-day defeat. It wrote, "In Affectionate Remembrance of Bazball, which died at Perth Stadium on 22nd November, 2025...Deeply lamented by...large circle of sorrowing friends...& anyone who had tickets for day three...RIP...NB- The body will be cremated &...ashes put in the first flight to Heathrow."