Nottingham: England were 274 for four in reply to Australia's first innings 60 all out, a lead of 214 runs, at the close of the first day of the fourth Ashes Test at Trent Bridge yesterday.


England's Joe Root celebrates his century against Australia yesterday. Pics/Getty Images 

Joe Root was 124 not out and nightwatchman Mark Wood two not out. Earlier, Stuart Broad took a Test-best eight for 15, including his 300th wicket at this level, as Australia were dismissed in 18.3 overs — the shortest-ever first innings in Test history — after losing the toss. England lead the five-match series 2-1.