Steve Smith's magnificent innings of 211 has put Australia in a strong position after day two of the fourth Ashes test at Manchester.
The tourists declared their first innings on 497 for 8 before leaving England on 23 for 1 at the end of the day's play.
The five match series is tied 1-1 meaning a win for Australia at Old Trafford will see them retain the Ashes.
Day three gets underway on Friday at 2 pm UAE time.
Teen sensation Sooryavanshi called up to India's T20I squad, Iyer named captain
India have called up teenager Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for their upcoming Twenty20 international series against Ireland and England, the country's cricket board (BCCI) announced on Saturday, while Shreyas Iyer has been named captain.
Germany's Karl ruled out of World Cup with muscle tear
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Zverev reels in Mensik to set up French Open final against Cobolli
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Iran World Cup players granted visas to enter US, says White House official
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Ferrari mark their intent in Monaco practice runs
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