Australia win toss, to bat in third Ashes test in Adelaide

Australia captain Pat Cummins won the toss and elected to bat first in the third Ashes test against England at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday but the hosts suffered a late blow with Steve Smith ruled out of the match.

Usman Khawaja will take Smith's place at No 4 in the batting order.

Australia, who hold the Ashes, lead the series 2-0 after eight-wicket wins in Perth and Brisbane.