Usman Khawaja, who was left out after losing his place after experiencing back spasms in the first Test, replaces Steve Smith in the Australia XI in Adelaide.

ADELAIDE, Dec 17 : Usman Khawaja proved reports of his demise as an international cricketer were greatly exaggerated as he scored a defiant half-century on Wednesday to steady Australia on day one of the third Ashes test against England.Initially overlooked by selectors for the match at Adelaide Oval, a decis

ADELAIDE, Dec 17 : Australia captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat first in the third Ashes test against England at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday but the hosts suffered a late blow with Steve Smith ruled out of the match.Usman Khawaja will take Smith's place at number four in the batting order.

ADELAIDE, Dec 17 : Usman Khawaja proved reports of his demise as an international cricketer were greatly exaggerated as he scored a defiant half-century on Wednesday on day one of the third Ashes test against England.Khawaja, who stitched together a crucial partnership with Alex Carey to drive the hosts to 32

Usman Khawaja, who many thought might not play another Test, has been granted a lifeline due to Steve Smith's unfortunate injury.

Steve Smith targets a Boxing Day Ashes return after being ruled out of the third test due to health concerns.

Australia managed to finish at 326/8 at the end of play on Day 1 of the AUS vs ENG Ashes 3rd Test in Adelaide on Wednesday

Carey's century kept the day evenly poised for Australia. Carey turned the tide, walking in under pressure, and he produced a counterattacking innings that swung the momentum firmly back in Australia's favour. Australia lost three wickets in the final session; however, the hosts added 132 runs to their total tally before stumps on Day 1. Ashes 2025-26 3rd Test Day 1 Stumps: Alex Carey's Century, Usman Khawaja's Half-Century Steer Australia to 326/8 Against England After Steve Smith Ruled Out Due to Injury.