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Jonny Bairstow

Australia retain Ashes as fourth Test ends in draw following day-five washout

England's hopes of setting up a winner-takes-all Ashes decider were wiped out by the Manchester weather, with a fifth day washout in the fourth Test handing the urn to Australia.

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Ashes: Vital Joe Root breakthrough gives England hope after frustrating day

England's chances of levelling the Ashes were just about alive after Joe Root claimed the only wicket of a rain-ruined fourth day at Emirates Old Trafford.

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Jonny Bairstow hits back at criticism after putting England on top in Manchester

Jonny Bairstow took aim at his detractors, describing the criticism he has faced as "out of order" after lifting England into the box seat in the fourth Ashes Test.

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Josh Hazlewood hopes to 'lose a few overs' to the rain

Josh Hazlewood would enjoy more rain interruptions as Australia battle to hang on against England in the fourth Ashes Test.

James Anderson

England confirm James Anderson to return for must-win fourth Ashes Test

England have recalled James Anderson for the fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford after the veteran seamer was rested for the victory at Headingley.

Jonny Bairstow

England keep faith in Jonny Bairstow, names unchanged squad for fourth Ashes Test

England have moved early to throw their backing behind Jonny Bairstow, retaining the wicketkeeper for next week's fourth Ashes Test at Old Trafford.