Ashes 2017/18, 2nd Test: 5 things we learnt from the second day's play

#2 Smith declares on time

Mitchell Starc dismissed Mark Stoneman

Having put up quite a total, Australia had to ensure that the visitors were given no reprieve. A timely declaration ensured the same as they declared four overs after the dinner break to place Alastair Cook and Mark Stoneman in tough conditions to bat. Under lights, the ball swung around and England were pushed onto the back foot.

Even though the openers played out the initial threat, Mitchell Starc struck gold when he angled one into Stoneman's pads and trapped the southpaw in front to give Australia an early breakthrough. Cummins probed Alastair Cook's patience before rain had the final say in the day.