England set the stage for a series-levelling victory on day three of the final Ashes Test, with Joe Denly leading the way with a career-best 94.
Denly fell six runs short of his maiden test century and Ben Stokes made a sparkling 67 in bright sunshine at The Oval to put England in a strong position to level the series at 2-2.
Australia ensured they will retain the Ashes by winning the fourth test in Manchester and are bidding to secure their first test series victory in England since 2001.
Jofra Archer and Jack Leach steered England through to the close on day three and Australia will face a daunting run chase over the remaining two days of the match - with the hosts starting the day with an imposing 382-run lead.
