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Jos Buttler backing Moeen Ali to thrive for England in Ashes series
England one-day captain Jos Buttler has predicted Moeen Ali will be a perfect fit when he joins up with Ben Stokes' Ashes squad ahead of the first Test against Australia at Edgbaston.
Graeme Swann: Moeen Ali's return makes England stronger
Graeme Swann believes Moeen Ali's dramatic return to Test cricket as emergency cover for Jack Leach will strengthen England's challenge for the Ashes.
Moeen Ali agrees to come out of retirement to join England's Ashes squad
Moeen Ali has answered England's Ashes call, reversing his retirement from Test cricket for one last mission against Australia.
Mitchell Starc targets 100 Tests instead of Indian Premier League riches
Australia seamer Mitchell Starc has expressed his desire to play 100 test matches for the Aussies instead of playing in other more lucrative formats of the game.
Steve Smith insists Australia are fully focused on WTC final ahead of Ashes
Steve Smith insists Australia are fully focused on the World Test Championship (WTC) final against India, starting at the Oval on Wednesday, before turning their attention to the Ashes.
Ben Stokes plays down fitness fears after not batting or bowling against Ireland
Ben Stokes played down fears over his fitness before the Ashes after England wrapped up victory over Ireland by 10 wickets inside three days without him batting or bowling at Lord's.
