01:18

So an early end to another day of Indian dominance at the SCG. The lost overs will make it more difficult for them to force a victory but the delay will allow their attack to rest up in preparation for enforcing the follow on should Australia’s batting woes continue.

Day three actually began promisingly for the home side. Marcus Harris showed plenty of intent during the opening session and he was ably supported by Marnus Labuschagne on a pitch perfect for batting. But both fell in a sloppy afternoon session that yielded four wickets for India and reinforced the issues at the heart of this brittle Australian XI.

Peter Handscomb and Pat Cummins both looked solid after Tea and they will resume their partnership half an hour earlier than scheduled on day four to account for the 16 overs lost to bad light this evening.

We will of course be right here whenever the first ball is bowled to steer you through the day. Thanks for your company, catch you tomorrow.