12:24 IST: Drinks Break!
It’s time for a quick break to hydrate during this crucial phase of the game. The pitch has become easier to bat on as it has flattened out, and the ball is showing signs of wear. Steve Smith continues to hold down the fort like a true veteran, while Cameron Green provides strong support beside him. Both are carefully defending and playing their shots with precision. Right now, the spin bowlers aren’t finding much help from the surface, but as we move into day four, we can expect the pitch to start turning more.
Australia has a lot on their plate, and this batting duo will aim to extend their partnership until the end of the day, looking to reduce the deficit to around 60 or 70 runs. On the flip side, Bangladesh is pushing hard for another wicket to challenge Australia’s batting order. We noticed that Smith took a moment to get some treatment for his right calf, but he’s back on his feet and ready to play. Hasan Mahmud is back for another spell with his bowling.
