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Even just a few months ago England, having lost two early wickets in their second innings, might have gone into their shells. It was nothing of sort in Cardiff to ensure the exemplary work of the bowlers was not wasted

When the third day dawned in Cardiff, Shane Watson and Brad Haddin were key to Australia's chances of fighting back but neither could deliver which starts to raise questions of the future

Statistical highlights from the third day of the first Ashes Test in Cardiff

Opponents and commentators continue to underestimate Moeen Ali, yet he continues to score runs and take wickets. Perhaps it's time he was shown the respect he deserves

Australia's top order's eagerness to attack saw them gift England wickets, with Moeen Ali especially profiting from a blind spot against spin

Statistical highlights from the second day of the first Ashes Test in Cardiff

Statistical highlights from the first day of the first Ashes Test in Cardiff

Despite a rousing display from the middle order England's position might have been stronger had Alastair Cook stuck to his natural game

Seven wickets on the first day, having lost the toss, was far from awful for Australia but they will know their bowling attack did not work as a unit which showed the value of one missing man

A handy, brief shortlist of the cricketers who might conceivably have an impact on the series

What is truth and what is fiction about this England Test side? The next few weeks will show us, but for all the talk of youthful exuberance they will need senior players to lift and a good start is vital

Mike Brearley looks ahead to the Ashes: Cook's captaincy, dealing with difficult players, and more

Five members of the current Australia squad were present when James Anderson and Monty Panesar defied them six years ago and it was an outcome that set the tone for more than just one series

For the first time in Ashes history, the overseas team hasn't won a single Test in two successive Ashes series of five or more Tests. Can Australia break that sequence?

Trevor Bayliss' enlightened knowledge of the game coupled with his ability to make the players feel comfortable could take England out of the mire they have got themselves into

England have not enjoyed consistent success at Test level since 2013 and these are some key areas that will decide if they can overcome Australia

The Ashes remains the contest that defines careers. This is the series that will be remembered - can be remembered - long after a player has finished