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Ben Stokes 'devastated' as England fall behind after opening Ashes Test defeat

Ben Stokes was "devastated" as England fell behind in the Ashes after a gripping climax to the first Test at Edgbaston but he was resolute that their style of play can topple Australia.

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Pat Cummins elated to lead Australia over the line in Ashes thriller

Australia captain Pat Cummins was elated to lead his side over the line in an Ashes nailbiter, four years after ending up on the wrong side of Ben Stokes' Headingley miracle.

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Ricky Ponting: Australia's method has stood up and worked against 'Bazball'

Australia legend Ricky Ponting believes England will be left questioning their 'Bazball' approach after Ben Stokes' side lost an opening Ashes contest described by Nasser Hussain as "utterly absorbing".

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Pat Cummins leads by example as Australia beat England in thrilling Ashes opener

Pat Cummins led his side to a remarkable two-wicket victory in the Ashes opener at Edgbaston, holding his nerve in a heart-pounding chase that left Ben Stokes and his England team distraught.

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Nathan Lyon likens Moeen Ali bowling with blistered finger to 'singer losing vocals

Australian off-spinner Nathan Lyon has sympathized with England counterpart Moeen Ali who has been bowling with a blistered finger during the first Ashes Test.

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Stuart Broad ignites England's first Test victory hopes with key double strike

Stuart Broad lit the fuse on England's victory push with two huge wickets as a compelling Ashes opener built towards a thrilling conclusion at Edgbaston.