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Ashes III: England Faces Whitewash Threat
17 Dec
Summary
- England risks a 5-0 whitewash if they lose the third Test.
- Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon return for Australia's bowling attack.
- Josh Tongue is a new addition to England's playing XI.

The third Ashes Test commences in Adelaide with England facing a dire situation, trailing Australia 0-2 in the series. A defeat here would significantly increase the likelihood of a 5-0 whitewash for the visitors, making this match crucial for their Ashes aspirations.
Australia's strength is further bolstered by the return of their regular captain, Pat Cummins, and the impactful spinner Nathan Lyon. This formidable bowling lineup presents a significant hurdle for England's batting order.
In response, England has made strategic changes, bringing Josh Tongue into their playing XI, hoping his skills will be effective on the Adelaide Oval pitch. The match is scheduled to start at 5 AM IST on December 17.




