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Ashes 2017-18: Five major factors that could decide the third Test

Australia v West Indies - 2nd Test: Day 4
Will Marsh be included in the side?

The icing on the cake for Australia would be a win at the WACA in the third Ashes Test as they are just one step away from reclaiming the prestigious urn.

As far as England are concerned, history is not on their side; only Don Bradman's Australian side, in 1936-37, won the Ashes after going 2-0 down.

Here is a look at what to expect from the third Test:

#5 Changes in playing XI

The inclusion of all-rounder Mitchell Marsh in the squad is a clear indication that the Aussie selectors are looking for additional bowling options. The only person who is in danger of missing out is out-of-form middle-order batsman Peter Handscomb and if Marsh replaces him, the two brothers could slot in at No. 5 and 6.

England's coach Trevor Bayliss made it clear that there wouldn't be wholesale changes. The only possible inclusion could be that of uncapped leg-spinner Mason Crane.

But it will be interesting to see if the think-tank decides to include him as the second spinner. Moeen Ali has looked well below par with the ball and has severely lacked any cutting edge.

The alternative is to do away with the four-pronged pace attack and play him instead of Craig Overton or Chris Woakes.

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