ADELAIDE, Dec 16 (Reuters) - Ben Stokes signalled he would bat first if he won the toss in the third Ashes test against Australia in Adelaide, offering a wry reminder on Tuesday of one of England’s most infamous calls in the age-old series.

Day one on Wednesday at Adelaide Oval is forecast to reach 34 degrees Celsius, with day two tipped for a scorching 39 on a wicket often regarded as Australia's most batting-friendly.