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Smith and Head score centuries as Australia punish England on day three

Smith and Head score centuries as Australia punish England on day three

Summary

Travis Head and Steve Smith both scored centuries for Australia on the third day of the Ashes Test against England. Australia closed their first innings with a score of 518-7, leading England by 134 runs.

Key Facts

  • Travis Head scored 163 runs.
  • Steve Smith remained not out with a score of 129 runs.
  • Australia ended the day with a first innings total of 518-7.
  • By the end of day three, Australia led England by 134 runs.
  • The match is part of the Ashes series and took place on day three of the fifth and final Test.
  • The event occurred in Sydney.

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