Summary
England is close to losing the Ashes series after a strong performance by Australia's Travis Head in the third Test match in Adelaide. Head scored 100 runs, solidifying Australia's lead. As a result, England may face defeat if Australia wins this game by Saturday.
Key Facts
- Travis Head scored 100 runs for Australia in the third Test match against England.
- Australia leads the match, pushing England toward an early Ashes series defeat.
- Harry Brook dropped Head when he was at 99 runs.
- England's Ben Stokes and Jofra Archer shared a partnership of 106 runs in the morning session.
- England finished their innings with a total of 286 runs, trailing by 85.
- Australia's second innings score has gone past 200, with an overall lead nearing 300 runs.
- England's chances require a record-high chase to win at this ground.
- Concerns exist over Ben Stokes' fitness, as he has not bowled in Australia's second innings.
