Australia’s quicks strike under lights
England began their reply with purpose. Zak Crawley and Ben Duckett attacked from the outset, shaving 48 runs off the deficit in just 7.3 overs. But once the new ball settled, Australia hit back.
Boland removed Duckett for 15 to open the door. Michael Neser then made two key strikes, dismissing Ollie Pope (26) and the well-set Crawley (44). From there, England struggled to build partnerships.
Joe Root (15) fell to Starc, Harry Brook (15) edged Boland, and wicket-keeper Jaimie Smith departed late for 4, also to Starc.
At stumps, Starc, Neser and Boland had two wickets each, leaving Australia firmly in control heading into day four.
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