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England ended their second innings on day 2, edging the 1st day with over 400 runs (435 all out). Englands Key men being Pietersen, Collingwood and Prior. Pietersen needed a good innings to regain his form, but got out far too cheaply by his own admission.

England's first innings.

The Aussies soon found their feet after an early scare – Making good use of the wicket. After turning England around for 435, the Aussies managed an impressive 249 for 1. Day 3 proves to be the turning point, should the Aussies be able to keep up their momentum.