Ashes 2019: Rory Burns says England can save fourth Test against Australia

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By Stephan Shemilt
BBC Sport at Old Trafford
Rory Burns says England can still save the Test and also with it the Ashes.
The home side lost three wickets that were late to become 200-5 in Old Trafford, tracking Australia’s.
“We have got some work, but it’s clear what we need to do,” opener Burns explained.
“We’ve obtained some batters left at the hutch and we’re only a few good partnerships from requesting them to make a play”
He added:”We must examine the positive aspect and see where we could reach.”
Ashes holders assured of taking the urn down beneath and Australia will probably soon be 2-1 up to play if England are beaten in Manchester.
But, Burns, that made 81 on Friday, believes England could draw inspiration from their victory in the Test.
The home side desired 73 if Ben Stokes was connected by number 11 last man Jack Leach at Headingley, just for Stokes’ unbelievable 135 not out to direct them to their highest ever run-chase of 358.
“The way that match moved, anything you can,” said opener Burns. “We are not that far behind. It’s about putting pressure on them playing nicely tomorrow [Saturday].”
A stand of 141 between Burns and ruler Joe Root had helped England into 166-2, only for paceman Josh Hazlewood to shoot three late wickets for Australia.
“We’re pretty pleased with where we’re in,” said Hazlewood. “There is lots of cricket but we are first focusing on taking the last five wickets in the first innings.”
Hazlewood’s fellow quick bowler Pat Cummins included:”We’re fairly happy being 300 ahead. It was a tough day of Test cricket. To find those three wickets overdue, we believe really at the match.”
England are 98 runs off from avoiding the follow-on but if they do make Australia bat again, are likely to confront having to endure a lot of the last day to secure a lure.
The weather has played a role on each of the 3 days, but the forecast is enhanced for the weekend.
“England must bat beyond lunch and bat to the day session on Saturday,” former captain Michael Vaughan advised Test Match Special. “If they can get to 350, they’re taking overs from this game they’ll have to bat on Sunday. It will be the fantastic escape.
“This is Australia’s game to lose.”
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