Aussies to take Ashes 3-2 16/1

We are set for an exciting Ashes series with both teams stating their aim to play positive aggressive cricket. It could produce a humdinger of a series and Australia are a tasty 16-1 to take the rubber 3-2.

Australia are clearly the favourites to retain the Ashes but question marks still remain over their batting and, now with Ryan Harris retired, the longevity of the bowling attack. But they are more experienced and garner more confidence than England.

Yet the hosts, a young bunch who showed what they can produce in that remarkable turnaround win against New Zealand at Lord's, remain a threat and are capable of winning a Test or two. Whether they have enough to win the series remains a doubt so side with Australia but back result-cricket throughout the series and Australia to win 3-2 at 16-1.