England trail by 481 runs after losing four first innings wickets as Australia take control.
England captain Alastair Cook expects to name all-rounder in the team at Lord's.
The 37 year old missed training on 14 July and could be replaced by uncapped Peter Nevill.
Tradition to share a drink after match, says paceman James Anderson.
Stuart Broad and Moeen Ali take three wickets each as England take 1-0 series lead.
Australia need the highest score to win an Ashes Test to take a 1-0 series lead.
Australia trail by 166 runs after day two in Cardiff where England's bowlers toiled.
England close on 343 for 7 despite losing three wickets in the morning session.
Root makes 33 from 24 balls after Australia take a flurry of England first innings wickets.
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England seeking to avenge 5-0 whitewash against Australia, which they suffered in last Ashes series.
Clarke praised England and said Australia have to be more consistent when playing away from home.
Moeen Ali set to continue as England's first-choice test spinner with Rashid omitted despite ODI form.
Kane Williamson and Trent Boult star as the Kiwis clinch series draw after 272-run victory at Headingley.
Australian will take charge in time for the Ashes on 8 July
Australia captain said Pietersen is 'obviously still in career best form'.
Australia's Chris Rogers is delighted to end his Test career in England, where he has "played a lot of cricket".
Clarke will play alongside Pietersen for Melbourne Stars at this year's Big Bash
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