Australia ruthlessly extinguished England's resistance to claim an innings victory in the fifth Ashes Test and complete a 4-0 series rout on the final day in Sydney on Monday.
Vice captain Jimmy Anderson said after the latest heavy defeat England are on the right track and do not need to overhaul their squad.
A modest Steve Smith praised the collective efforts of his "exceptional" four front-line bowlers for contributing to Australia's crushing series win.
Check the two galleries to see Paul Radley's player ratings for the the 2017-18 Ashes series.
7 – James Anderson: Said to lack the tools to thrive in Australia. But 17 wickets at 27.82, with an economy rate of 2.11, is a commendable return. Rick Rycroft / AP Photo
7 - Dawid Malan: One of a number of batsman who were widely unfancied, he showed he is up to the task by being England’s leading run-scorer in the series. Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)
7 - Craig Overton: Much to like, not least his willingness to play through the pain of a broken rib. Quinn Rooney/Getty Images
6 – Joe Root: slept through the closing ceremony because of the effects of dehydration. He might be hoping the whole thing was just a bad dream. Dean Lewins / EPA
6 - Alastair Cook: Monumental 244 not out in Melbourne, but where was he the rest of the time? Mark Kolbe/Getty Images
6 - Jonny Bairstow: Misused for too long down at No 7. David Moir / EPA
5 – Tom Curran: Shows how lean the pickings were for England that he generally reviewed well, despite just two wickets at 100 in his first two Tests. Rick Rycroft /AP Photo
5 - . Stuart Broad: His team needed so much more from one of their talismans. Rick Rycroft / AP Photo
5 - . Chris Woakes: Had an extra burden in the absence of Ben Stokes, but his influence was muted. Andy Brownbill / AP Photo
5 - Mark Stoneman: The question still lingers as to who is best suited to partner Cook at the top of England’s order. Rick Rycroft / AP Photo
4 - Mason Crane: Breath of fresh air, quickly blown away by the winds of reality. Ryan Pierse/Getty Images
4 - Jake Ball: Promised much, but it came to nought. James Vince: So frustrating, given he is clearly so talented. Cameron Spencer/Getty Images
4 - James Vince: So frustrating, given he is clearly so talented. David Moir / EPA
3 – Moeen Ali: A series to forget. Cameron Spencer/Getty Images
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Updated: January 08, 2018, 8:59 AM