07:03If day one was Australia’s - just - and day two theirs convincingly, then day three was where they asserted their dominance over New Zealand in this Boxing Day Test, and in merciless fashion. Pat Cummins (5-28) and James Pattinson (3-34) tore through the visiting batting order with fast bowling that was in equal parts controlled and hostile. New Zealand were dismissed midway through the middle session but despite boasting a lead in excess of 300 Tim Paine opted against the follow on. Let’s hope for the punters making their way to the MCG on day four there is an early declaration and the battle proper can resume. To find out when New Zealand will once again have to face the music, join Adam Collins and I right here.

Source: The Guardian December 27, 2019 22:57 UTC