Australia captain Steve Smith notched up his third century of the series to keep England frustrated and winless in the Ashes. Photo: Getty ImagesAustralia captain Steve Smith tormented England with another century as the fourth Ashes test ended in a frustrating draw for Joe Root's side at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Saturday. But they will still head into the fifth and final test 3-0 down in the series and desperate for a face-saving win at the Sydney Cricket Ground. IRKSOME WARNERRain fell during lunch but cleared to give England ample time to find a breakthrough as Australia resumed on 178-4. Smith was impervious to it all, playing straight and bunting the ball back to the bowler repeatedly.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 30, 2017 06:00 UTC