Australia ended day two at 378/6, taking a 44-run lead after a high-scoring, fast-moving Test day at the Gabba.
Jake Weatherald (72), Marnus Labuschagne (65) and Steve Smith (61) struck crucial fifties as England’s inconsistent bowling was punished. Earlier, Joe Root (138) and Jofra Archer (38) lifted England to 334 with a 70-run tenth-wicket stand. Late in the day, Alex Carey (46) and Michael Neser (15*) steadied Australia after quick wickets, adding an unbeaten 49.
Despite missed chances from England, the match remains finely poised heading into day three.