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.
Mid East Falcons win inaugural United Series Championship in Dubai
Shotaro Kasahara allowed only two hits in six scoreless innings with six strikeouts to lead the Mid East Falcons to the first United Series championship in League history.
UAE to face Morocco in FIFA Arab Cup semi-final
The UAE is set to face Morocco for the FIFA Arab Cup 2025 semi-finals at Khalifa International Stadium on Monday in Doha, Qatar.
Man City beat Palace, Villa edge West Ham in five-goal thriller
Manchester City have maintained their squeeze on Arsenal at the top of the Premier League with a 3-0 victory at Crystal Palace on Sunday, a result that keeps Pep Guardiola's side lurking two points behind the leaders and ready to pounce.
Rodrygo's winner lifts Real Madrid past Alaves to end losing streak
Rodrygo have secured Real Madrid a crucial 2-1 victory over Deportivo Alaves on Sunday in LaLiga, ending a dismal run of form and keeping them within four points of leaders Barcelona.
Mid East Falcons win the inaugural United Series Championship in Dubai
Shotaro Kasahara has allowed only two hits in six scoreless innings with six strikeouts to lead the Mid East Falcons to the first United Series championship in League history.
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