The third day of the Ashes Test is set for a gripping start, with England's first innings hanging by a thread. The visitors will resume their innings at 8 for 213, still trailing Australia's first-innings total by a significant 158 runs.
Australia's Clear Objective on Day Three
Pat Cummins's Australian side will be absolutely determined to wrap up the English tail swiftly when play gets underway. Their primary goal is to claim the final two wickets with minimal fuss, preventing England from adding any more valuable runs to their total. Once that task is complete, the home team's batsmen will look to build a commanding, and potentially match-defining, lead in their second innings.
How to Watch Every Ball Live and Free
Cricket fans across the country won't miss a moment of the action, with every ball of the Ashes series broadcast live and free. Coverage begins at 9am ACDT (9.30am AEDT), with the first ball scheduled for 10am ACDT (10.30am AEDT).
Here's when and where to tune in across Australia's major cities:
- Sydney & Melbourne: 9.30am live on Channel 7, 7mate and 7plus Sport
- Brisbane: 10.30am live on Channel 7, 7mate and 7plus Sport
- Adelaide: 9am live on Channel 7, 7mate and 7plus Sport
- Perth: 6.30am live on Channel 7, 7mate and 7plus Sport
A Pivotal Morning Session Ahead
The opening session of Day 3 is poised to be crucial in shaping the outcome of this Test match. If Australia's bowlers can strike early, they will seize complete control and have the opportunity to bat England out of the contest. Conversely, a resilient last-wicket partnership from England could frustrate the hosts and shift the momentum, making their deficit much more manageable. All eyes will be on the crease as this classic Ashes battle continues to unfold.
