Australia in strong position after the end of third day.

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It was a much better day for cricket on third day of first cricket test match between Australia and New Zealand being played at Brisbane, Australia. After two days of curtailed play due to weather conditions, full 90 overs could be bowled today. Australia gained an upper hand after they put on 427 runs in reply to N.Z. first innings score of 295 getting a crucial lead of 132 runs which is going to be decisive. They then went on to claim the prize wicket of Brendon McCullum with only ten runs on board in N.Z. second innings in six overs they were forced to bat at the end of the day. The highlight of the day's play was a fine century from Australian Skipper Michael Clark and his 108 runs partnership with wicket keeper batsman Haddin, who went on to score 80 runs. Australia have clearly gained upper hand in this test with a deficit of 132 runs and 2 more days to go with one of the front line batsman already back to pavilion, New Zealand may find it difficult to save the match.