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The Ashes, a ‘moral victory’ and a very familiar war of words

Pat Cummins waits for the post-match presentation as Jonny Bairstow and his England team-mates watch from the Lord's balcony in 2023 Ryan Pierse/Getty Images The verbal sparring that precedes the ...
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The Ashes: What to know about cricket's most storied rivalry

Few sporting contests carry the history, drama and aura of the Ashes. Born from a mock newspaper obituary in 1882 and symbolized by a tiny urn, the rivalry between Australia and England has shaped ...
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Stokes 'on track' for Ashes as England name squad

England captain Ben Stokes is "on track" for the Ashes despite a recent shoulder injury, selectors said Tuesday as they handed part-time spinner Will Jacks a surprise place in the squad for the Test ...
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What are the Ashes, why do Australia and England compete for them, and where can you watch them?

Australia captain Pat Cummins clasps the urn after retaining the Ashes in England in 2023. Ryan Pierse / Getty Images The Athletic has launched a Cricket WhatsApp Channel. Click here to join. No ...