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England 'not surprised' by Australia's fightback

England insist Australia's Ashes fightback yesterday was no surprise to them ahead of day two of the third Test at Old Trafford.

Australia's captain Michael Clarke finished unbeaten on 125 out of 303 for three yesterday sharing an unbroken stand of 174 with Steve Smith.

Australian captain Michael Clarke hit a vital century on day one of the third Test. Credit: EMPICS Sport/EMPICS Sport

England seamer Tim Bresnan said, "We were expecting a fight. I think every time you play against Australia you expect them to fight hard".

With a 2-0 series lead, England could retain the urn with a win in Manchester.