Day three of the first Ashes Test between England and Australia at Edgbaston was interrupted by rain on Sunday. England were 28-2 at the time of the abandonment, with a lead of 35 runs.

England build lead on day three of Ashes Test, but rain intervenes

The day had started well for England, as they dismissed Australia for 386 in their first innings. James Anderson took four wickets, while Stuart Broad and Matthew Potts took three each.

In their second innings, England lost two quick wickets to Pat Cummins and Scott Boland. Ben Duckett was out for 19, and Zak Crawley for seven.

However, Ollie Pope and Joe Root were unbeaten at the crease at the time of the rain break, and England will be hoping to build on their lead on day four.

The weather forecast for Monday is for a largely rain-free day, so there is a good chance that play will be able to resume as scheduled.

Here is a summary of the day's play:

  • Australia were bowled out for 386 in their first innings.
  • England lost two wickets in their second innings, but were 28-2 at the time of the rain break.
  • The match was abandoned due to rain.

The play will resume on Monday morning at 11:00 BST.