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England Ashes victory: Ponting's crass calls prove crucial

England triumphed over Australia in a closely-fought series because in Andrew Strauss they had a leader who gave them the best chance of winning, says Ed Hawkins...

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   Ashes Fourth Test Betting: The myth of 'fortress' Headingley

   Ed Hawkins analyses the markets and suggests the Leeds venue could hinder England's chances of securing the urn with a Test to spare...
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   Ashes Betting: Preparing for life after Freddie starts now

   Andrew Flintoff may have been the hero as England clinched the second Test but with his retirement from the five-day game looming, plans need to be made for when he's gone. And replacing him is easier said than done, says...
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   Ashes 2009 Betting: England favourites after win but injuries mean twists and turns to come

   Ed Hawkins reports on England's second Test win as the captain reminds players and fans that there is a long way to go.......
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   The Betfair Big Interview: Jason Gillespie

   Ed Hawkins grabs five minutes with the former Australian fast bowler to ask about the impact of the Cardiff draw in the first Ashes Test and Mitchell Johnson's problems...
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   Ashes Betting: The Cardiff conclusion is that Australia will win the Ashes

   England must wish for lots of luck and even more rain if they're to avoid defeat in the second Test, says Frank Gregan....
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