Root batted through to the end of a thrilling day to finish unbeaten on 135 in a competitive score of 325 for nine

Cummins missed his side’s victory in Perth with a back injury and was subsequently omitted from the squad for this week’s day/nigher at the Gabba

Former England batter Robin Smith passed away earlier this week at the age of 62

England have historically struggled at the Gabba in previous Ashes series

Off-spinning all-rounder Will Jacks was a surprise selection for the Ashes and is now thrust into the lineup for the day/night Test in Brisbane ahead of Shoaib Bashir