The third Ashes Test is a must-win for hosts England if they want any hope of winning the series and prized urn off Australia.
Australia has a 2-0 lead with three Tests remaining and England has to win the third Test at Headingley to claim the series outright.
If the Ashes series is tied after five Tests, holders Australia will retain the Ashes urn.
What time does the third Test start in Australia?
While the third Test starts at 11am local time in England, it will be a late start for Australian cricket fans, with the Test scheduled to begin at 8pm (AEST). The broadcast will commence 30 minutes earlier at 7:30pm (AEST).
| Sydney/Melbourne | Brisbane | Adelaide | Perth |
| 8pm | 8pm | 7:30pm | 6pm |
How to watch and live stream the third Test in Australia
Every Test match of the 2023 Ashes will be shown live and free on Channel 9 and the 9 Network, as well as livestreamed on 9Now.
When are The Ashes 2023?
The third Ashes Test will begin on July 6 at 8pm (AEST).
| First Test | June 16 - 21 |
| Second Test | June 28 - July 3 |
| Third Test | July 6 - 11 |
| Fourth Test | July 19 - 24 |
| Fifth Test | July 27 - August 1 |
The Ashes 2023 top runscorers
Usman Khawaja has been the pick of the batsmen across the opening two games, notching a century in the series opener and backing it up with another important contribution at Lord's.
Ben Stokes blasted an impressive century in the second Test, but his efforts didn't result in a victory.
| 1. Usman Khawaja (AUS) | 300 |
| 2. Ben Stokes (ENG) | 216 |
| 3. Ben Duckett (ENG) | 212 |
| 4. Joe Root (ENG) | 192 |
| 5. Steve Smith (AUS) | 166 |
| 6. Travis Head (AUS) | 150 |
| 7. David Warner (AUS) | 136 |
| 8. Harry Brook (ENG) | 132 |
| 9. Alex Carey (AUS) | 129 |
| 10. Jonny Bairstow (ENG) | 124 |
The Ashes 2023 most wickets
Stuart Broad and Ollie Robinson are the first two players to reach double digits for wickets in The Ashes, while Aussie spinner Nathan Lyon will be left stranded on nine poles after picking up a calf injury.
| 1. Stuart Broad (ENG) | 11 |
| 2. Ollie Robinson (ENG) | 10 |
| 3. Nathan Lyon (AUS) | 9 |
| 4. Josh Hazlewood (AUS) | 8 |
| 5. Pat Cummins (AUS) | 8 |
