Australia is expected to retain the Frank Worrell Trophy by claiming a thumping win over the West Indies in Hobart on Sunday.

The Windies are in deep trouble at 4-82 in their second innings, still needing another 175 runs to make the home side bat again at Bellerive Oval.

The out of form Brian Lara (18no) and the injured Marlon Samuels (2no), who has a runner because of a bad knee, are the last remaining specialist batsman.

There is a chance of showers early on day four but the weather should clear as the day progresses.

Australia has held the Frank Worrell Trophy since 1995 and is set to claim its sixth straight series win.

Glenn McGrath (2-14) and Brett Lee (2-49) have been the wicket-takers for Australia.

The home team won the first Test by 379 runs in Brisbane, the three-match series is to be completed in Adelaide next week.

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