Ashes: Smith Century, Match drawn

Melbourne, December 30: Australia Skipper Steve Smith scored an unbeaten 102 to play out a draw against England in the fourth Ashes Test in Melbourne on Saturday.

Australia finished the final day at 263 for four to deny England the chance of winning their first Test of the already-decided series.

The Australian captain delivered another masterclass in concentration and discipline by occupying the crease for more than seven hours to steer his team out of danger and retain their 3-0 series lead heading into next week's final Test in Sydney.