Australia management 2025-26 Ashes series 2-0 after dominating the first two Tests. England Perth collapsed dramatically, as bowled for 172 and 164 Mitchell Starc claimed earlier 7-58 Head of Travis‘s explosive 123 off 83 balls sealed an eight-wicket victory in less than two days, the shortest Ashes Test by balls bowled since 1888. Brisbane, Australia 511 amassed Starc’s gritty 77 at No. 9, then Michael Neser‘s five girls triggered the breakup despite the resistance of England Ben Stokes (50) and Will JacksIt gave Australia another comprehensive victory
Australia welcomed back the captain Pat Cummins pairing him with Starc after a back injury sidelined him for the first two Tests. Scott Bolandand Nathan Lyon For a balanced attack, Lyon returns after sitting out Brisbane. Their stroke remains unchanged, with the head and keys Jake Weatherald developing, supported Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smithand Cameron Green. England makes a transition, brings Josh Dil for Gus AtkinsonDespite the struggle, as Captain Stokes looks for a spark, they remain loyal to their top order Jofra Archer and Brydon Carse.
Adelaide weather forecast for 3rd Test
Day 1: Expect very warm conditions at Adelaide Oval with hazy sunshine, highs of 37°C and lows of around 19°C and no chance of precipitation. Peaking at a true-feeling 38°C and a UV index of 11.0, these extreme temperatures favor teams batting first if they are to win the toss, as the heat can sap the energy of the bowlers early, mirroring the high-scoring Ashes openers here. Light WNW winds of 15 km/h may offer minimal swing assistance.
Day 2: Very warm and hazy sunshine continues, with highs reaching 42°C and lows of 23°C, zero risk of rain but a severe heatstroke warning. The real feel reaches 42°C alongside extreme UV (11.0), putting pressure on fielders and pacers like Starc and Archer during long sessions and potentially leading to a flatter pitch as the heat bakes the surface. Northwesterly winds of up to 19 km/h could speed up the jump for Australian sailors
Day 3: Cooler to partly sunny skies, highs of 29°C will drop to 13°C overnight, with just a 2% chance of rain. A real-feeling 30°C and very high UV (8.0) ease the physical demands, helping spinners like Lyon if the pitch wears out, while WSW winds of 19km/h can cause the seams to move. It’s refreshing not too hot for intense midrange fights
Day 4: Increasingly cloudy with a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C, a 3% chance of precipitation. A real-feeling 29°C (11.0) under extreme UV suggests the overcast conditions could hold the ball for Lyon and Root’s part-time spin, potentially making pursuits difficult on a deteriorating track. WSW winds at 15 km/h provide transport for Boland and Tongue
Day 5: Misty sun turns breezy, high of 24°C falling to 10°C with a 1% chance of rain. A real-feeling 26°C and extreme UV (11.0) with WSW winds of up to 28km/h could make batting treacherous on the fifth-day pitch, with Australia’s pace trio favoring a series push or England’s desperate struggle. Winds strengthen the swing, increasing the drama for a potential finish.
The 11th of both teams is playing
Australia: Head of TravisJake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey (wk), Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland
England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (c), Jamie Smith (wk), Will Jacks, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer, Josh Tongue
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