Australia stand-in captain Steve Smith has twisted the knife following his side's eight-wicket victory over England, admitting that Travis Head 'toyed' with the tourists.
The Three Lions appeared to be in the ascendancy at the start of play after Ben Stokes claimed five Aussie victims on day one.
However, after being bowled out for 164, Australia cruised to victory - with Head hitting a remarkable 123 from just 83 balls.
It was a moment to savour for Smith, especially amid his ongoing war of words with former England star Monty Panesar.
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Speaking after the match, he revealed that the decision for Head to open the batting had been made at tea.
And he also suggested that his teammate had 'toyed' with the Three Lions, who will now be left wondering what could have been.
"A great start and a two-dayer, which we love as a team when you are on the right side of it," he said.
Travis Head hit 123 as Australia powered their way to victory over England
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"Head's innings was out of this world and he played some outrageous shots.
"Even when he shanked it, it went in the gap.
"Probably at tea [the decision was made]. We had discussions and probably didn't like how it looked in the first innings.
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"I think Travis' knock was right up there with what I have seen from anyone. Fourth innings, albeit on day two. When England went short, he toyed with them."
Smith wasn't the only Australian figure to hail Head.
Bowler Mitchell Starc, who was once again impressive following a sensational seven-wicket total on day one, also lavished praise on his teammate.
"Travis Head to take the game like that and come up trumps was something to watch!" he enthused.
Mitchell Starc waa buzzing for teammate Travis Head after Australia's Ashes win over England
| PA"It was quite a helter-skelter two days for both sides. There was a lot made about both groups heading into the series but we just stick to our guns and do what we do really well.
"We saw Scott (Boland) today come into his own. Doggett on debut was fantastic and Travis Head game was something else.
"You can't go home not happy with the entertainment you've seen across the two days!"
Head himself, meanwhile, admitted he was delighted with his innings. He also revealed that he was happy to open the batting, while also singling out Jake Weatherald for praise after the 31-year-old opened with him.
"I don't think you can (sum it up), can you?!" he said with a big smile on his face. "It's a good start. It's been a tough two days. They're a serious good outfit.
"Starcy (Starc led us) and we couldn't let that slip after his 7-58. It's nice to contribute.
"I was happy to do it (open) - it doesn't bother me too much. Nice to be able to do the role - it was needed today and I thought Weathers (Weatherald) played beautifully, so it was a good start)."