At the end of Day Three of the fifth and final Ashes Test between England and Australia, the Australian team held a strong 134-run lead over England.
Australia resumed the third day on 166 for 2 and went on to dominate proceedings. By stumps, they had reached 518 for 7 in their first innings.
Steve Smith continued his remarkable Test career by scoring his 36th Test century, remaining unbeaten on 129.
He was well supported by Travis Head, who played a superb innings of 166. Beau Webster also made a valuable contribution and was not out on 42, partnering Smith at the close of play.
For England, Brydon Carse was the most successful bowler with three wickets, while Ben Stokes picked up two wickets.
Earlier, England had been dismissed for 384 runs in their first innings. As a result, Australia ended Day Three with a 134-run advantage, placing them in a commanding position heading into the latter stages of the match
