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The Smith problem - how can England dismiss the best batsman in the world?

He is the number one batsman in the world, with a Test average of 60 and rising. How can England stop Steve Smith in the first Ashes Test?
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42111588

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'I can't wait to bowl on a fast wicket against these guys'

Australia pace bowler Mitchell Starc says he wants to see how England handle a quicker pitch after their lower order struggled on a slow Brisbane surface.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42108342

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Pint-sized Ashes: The best TMS moments as Australia fight back against England

Australia captain Steve Smith withstands the charge of the England bowlers to leave the first Ashes Test delicately poised after two days in Brisbane.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42106410

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Indian cricket team bowled out for two runs

An Indian cricket team are bowled out for just two runs - with nine players out for a duck - in a domestic women's under-19 one-day tournament.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42112191

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Ashes: David Warner falls into England trap as Australia top order collapses

David Warner clips England's Jake Ball to a man positioned at short mid-wicket as Australia's top order collapses on day two of the first Ashes Test in Brisbane.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42106406

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Captain Smith leads Australia recovery after England charge

Captain Steve Smith's unbeaten 64 helps Australia recover to 165-4, trailing England by 137 after two days of the first Ashes Test in Brisbane.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42106421

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Fan bowls maiden over - marriage proposal in Gabba's pitch-side pool

Michael Langridge proposes to girlfriend Tori Roebuck in the pitch-side pool at the first Test between Australia and England at the Gabba.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42097124

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David Acfield: Essex appoint ex-bowler as president to replace Doug Insole

County champions Essex appoint former spin bowler and Olympic fencer David Acfield as the club's new president.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42111334

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Thakor sentenced after exposure trial

Shiv Thakor, an ex-England Under-19 player, exposed himself through a "gap" in his jogging bottoms.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-42109097

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Ashes 2017-18: How to follow England's tour of Australia on the BBC

England begin their Ashes defence on Thursday when they take on Australia in Brisbane - here's how to follow the action.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41905863

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Don't want to miss the action? Get Ashes wicket alerts

With latest scores and headlines sent straight to your device, personalisation and much more, ensure you have a great sporting life with BBC Sport.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/35176037

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Australians know who we are now - Vince motivated by critics

England's James Vince says he was motivated by criticism from ex-Australia opener Matthew Hayden after making 83 on the first day of the Ashes.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42094190

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Sport on the BBC: Best of this week's TV & radio coverage

This week's sport on the BBC includes the first Test of the Ashes series, Rugby League World Cup semi-finals and the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/36722726

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Ashes poolside proposal: Michael proposes to girlfriend inside the Gabba

A man who proposed to his girlfriend in a pool overlooking first Ashes Test in Brisbane tells 5 live Breakfast it took months of planning.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42114489

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Pint-sized Ashes: All the best TMS moments from the opening day

Pint-sized Ashes relives the opening day of the first Test as England's James Vince makes 83 before Australia fight back in Brisbane.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42091801

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Ashes 2017-18: Michael Vaughan's guide to surviving the Ashes down under

BBC Test Match Special summariser and former England captain Michael Vaughan gives advice on how to survive an Ashes tour in Australia.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42059964

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Eddie Jones: England's Australian coach on the Ashes

England rugby union coach Eddie Jones will lead his side against Samoa at the weekend, but the Australian will also be keeping an eye on the Ashes. But who does he want to win?
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/42100726

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Ashes: England's Alastair Cook falls early in first Test

Australia's Mitchell Starc removes Alastair Cook to reduce England to 2-1 on the opening morning of the first Ashes Test in Brisbane.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42091797

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Ashes 2017-18: England's Moeen Ali, Chris Woakes and Jonny Bairstow take on Birmingham street cricketers

England cricketers Moeen Ali, Jonny Bairstow and Chris Woakes rock up in Sparkhill, Birmingham to take on a group of young street cricketers at their own game.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/42052504

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Moeen Ali: I want people to think Muslims are not all bad

As the only Muslim cricketer in England's Ashes squad, Moeen Ali says he wants to inspire players of all faiths.
Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/articles/42092407

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