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Ben Stokes stands by England’s approach ahead of second Ashes Test

Ben Stokes has revealed how an "awkward" changing room encounter with a new convert to Test cricket helped reinforce England’s commitment to 'Bazball'.

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Australia's Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne backed to enjoy 'big week' at Lord's

Australia captain Pat Cummins has sent a warning to England by predicting a "big week" from star batters Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne at Lord's.

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Josh Tongue replaces spinner Moeen Ali in England team for second Ashes Test

England have decided to go with an all-seam attack for the second Ashes Test against Australia, but surprisingly selected Josh Tongue as the fourth seamer.

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Mitchell Starc adamant Australia will not change approach to Test cricket

Mitchell Starc has insisted Australia will stick with their pragmatic approach ahead of this week’s second Ashes Test but was tight-lipped over his own selection at Lord's.

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England teenager Rehan Ahmed admits Ashes call-up 'means everything'

England teenager Rehan Ahmed has admitted being part of this week's Ashes squad at Lord's is beyond his wildest dreams.

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Ollie Pope insists England's first Ashes Test tactics were not 'moments of madness'

Ollie Pope insists England's tactical gambles at Edgbaston were not "moments of madness" and is ready to embrace more of the same during the second Ashes Test at Lord's this week.

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