07:15 IST:
By the end of the morning session, the pair had added a vital 57 runs off just 66 balls, setting the stage for a potentially big first innings total. Root is unbeaten on 31 and Brook is standing tall on 23, both looking set to play the long game. Australia’s bowlers, while decent, struggled to keep the runs flowing, although Starc, Boland and Michael Neser managed to pick up wickets. Cameron Green, who bowled four overs, remains wicketless as England end the session in a strong position. After lunch we will be back around 2:10 GMT.
