 Geoff Lawson had English captain David Gower caught behind for 26 in the final session bringing South African born Robin Smith to the crease.Lamb reached his century just before stumps on day three and remained 103 not out over night, England having reached a healthy 284 for 4 in reply.Day Four

England resumed on the fourth day looking to get as close as possible to Australia's score in the hope of bowling them out cheaply in the second innings, and set up an easy chase.