Ben Stokes hopes memories of England’s Ashes comeback in 2023 can fuel another battle Down Under. Wednesday’s third Test at the Adelaide Oval is the first of three must-win matches for a touring side who are 2-0 down and have no room for error if they are to succeed in bringing the urn back home. […]
By Markus Conneely ‘Does England have a chance?’ It’s the question that permeates the British zeitgeist, appearing in pubs and being dissected during park walks. The Ashes resonates with the British public and provides a refreshing source of relevance for a sport that is often prone to self-mockery. But once the series disappears, so does […]
Against the backdrop of combative strokeplay, the match between the red-hot Joe Root and Nathan Lyon feels quietly different. The Ashes slips away from ribcage testers or sharp-tongued conversations for a fleeting period, burying itself in subtle adjustments, rhythm, longevity and mental resilience. Over the past twelve years, this match has become one of the […]