'Everyone's giving me grief' over the series being over before I get there.

Golden sun, savory pies and iconic stadiums - what else would an supporter of the English team desire?

Well, perhaps an Ashes series in Australia where they still have a chance to reclaim the urn following the initial matches.

Unfortunately, this scenario is off the table this time, though, after the hosts' dominant 82-run win in Adelaide left the home side leading three-nil for the fourth consecutive series on Australian grounds.

England's famous supporters' group, the organized fan base, have 3,000 fans flying out for the last two matches in New South Wales and Victoria.

Furthermore, other travel parties who will celebrate the holidays overseas, as well as families and friends embarking on a dream holiday.

Fans with Booked Tickets

A group of four supporters are a prime example.

The group had their itineraries and entry credentials arranged for the Melbourne and Sydney matches "well ahead of time", anticipating a historic English victory.

Sadly, they've observed Australia outplay the visitors in just under two weeks from their family home in Penwortham, Lancashire.

"Everyone at work has been teasing me that the series is done for the last two weeks," commented one sibling.

"We always thought that we would have a meaningful contest still when we got there."

Diminishing Hope

Hope was abundant about England's chances of securing a first win in 15 years for a triumph on Australian soil ahead of the tour.

Yet now they are staring down the barrel of extending their winless run in the country to 19 matches when the fourth Test gets under way in the MCG on Christmas Day.

Ben Stokes' side - and their followers - will be desperate to avoid a dreaded 5-0 scoreline.

Alex said the "entertainment" of head coach Brendon McCullum's 'Bazball' in recent times had "brought fresh energy to" Test cricket for followers of the team.

However, the group said they had low expectations for the remaining matches - and all they are requesting from the players is "a show of spirit".

"All analysts points it out, but it all hinges on mental resilience. 'This style has been turned into a buzzword now that is just, like, nonsense cricket," commented another sibling.

"Over the course of five days, you should hunker down. Wafting outside 'wide of off stump has not been part of the fundamentals, and that is mainly the fault the top order."

Future Prospects

When questioned if he believed England will triumph in a Test in the current series, one fan responded: "It looks like the hosts are a stronger side right now."

"There is going to have to be multiple performers that makes a significant contribution and turns the game."

Despite the scoreline, the siblings are still anticipating the trip.

"We are going to have a great time regardless," commented Katie Ryding. "We must adopt that outlook."

"Of course, it's disappointing we can't contest the series, but we have invested a significant amount by now."

"We will make the most of having Christmas and New Year out there. Additionally, it's mine and Rory's first time abroad during the festive period."

A teacher, Katie is focused on enjoying the long-haul travel as part of her seasonal break.

"As a backup plan, I can play golf to rely on," she finished.