Ashes 2010-11 Down Under
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Twenty20s & One Day Internationals
Australia finish ODI series in style
England’s Ashes tour came to a limp end as Australia rounded up a 6-1 One Day International series win.
Clarke defies Trott ton in Sydney
Michael Clarke's brilliant 82 takes Australia to a 5-1 series lead - despite Jonathan Trott’s career best 137.
Struggling England call for Plunkett
England have called up Liam Plunkett after Ajmal Shahzad and Chris Tremlett became the latest injury casualties.
England win keeps series alive
Jonathan Trott inspired England to victory in Adelaide pulling the score back to 3-1 in the seven match contest.
Problems mount up for England
A third Australia ODI win compounds the tourists' problems who were missing a clutch of injured players.
Marsh fires Australia to victory
England’s Ashes hangover continued as Shaun Marsh’s century inspired Australia to a 46 run victory in Hobart.
England face selection dilemma
England face some tough ICC World Cup selection calls after Paul Collingwood was left out of the opening ODI.
Australia end England's record run
Australia brought England’s Twenty20 winning streak to an end with a four run victory at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
England win thrilling T20 opener
England won a thrilling opening Twenty20 international by one wicket from the last ball at the Adelaide Oval.
Fifth Test, Sydney
Strauss revels in "special" win
England skipper Andrew Strauss basked in the glow of England's historic Ashes victory calling it a "special" moment.
England seal famous Ashes win
England took the final three wickets in Sydney to win by an innings and 83 runs to wrap up a famous Ashes victory.
Collingwood bows out of Tests
Paul Collingwood announces his retirement from Test cricket with England three wickets from a "satisfying" Ashes win.
England on the brink of Ashes win
Ruthless batting followed by more controlled bowling leaves England just three wickets from a 3-1 Ashes Series win.
Cook & Bell put England in control
Centuries from Alastair Cook and Ian Bell gave England a first innings lead of more than 200 on day three in Sydney.
Anderson 'just part of the team'
James Anderson was in typically modest mood after he took 4-66 and survived as a doughty night watchman in Sydney.
Tail-enders take headlines on day two
England's James Anderson took four wickets after Mitchell Johnson and Ben Hilfenhaus steered Australia to 280 all out.
Rain interrupts England in Sydney
Rain spoiled an otherwise absorbing day at the Sydney Cricket Ground as Michael Clarke’s men reached 134-4.
Strauss: 'England must win series'
Andrew Strauss insists his side’s mission is not over after they retained the Ashes with a crushing win in Melbourne.
Fourth Test, Melbourne
England close in on Ashes
England moved to within touching distance of retaining the Ashes as Tim Bresnan impressed on day four.
Trott ton gives England total control
Jonathan Trott’s unbeaten 141 took England to a position of strength after a controversial day.
England deliver festive destruction
England produced a near perfect Boxing Day performance, skittling Australia for 98 before closing on 157-0.
Ponting gives Aussies injury boost
Injured captain Ricky Ponting gave the hosts a huge boost for the Boxing Day Test taking part in fielding drills.
Fraser: 'Finn could be dropped'
Angus Fraser admits England may benefit from leaving Steven Finn out of the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.
England back where it all began
On Boxing Day England go to the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) site of the first officially recognised Test match.
Flower: England to reassess options
England Team Director Andy Flower says England will reassess their starting XI for the fourth Test in Melbourne.
Third Test, Perth
Ponting proud of "commanding win"
Following their 267-run win, Australia captain Ricky Ponting saluted his side's "new standard for Test cricket".
Australia complete quick-fire win
England's day four resistance lasted just over six overs as Australia wrapped up a series-levelling victory.
Watson salutes "awesome" Hussey
Shane Watson hailed the "brilliant" Michael Hussey as his century steered the home team to the brink of victory in Perth.
England facing defeat in Perth
Michael Hussey scored another solid century as Australia set England a target of 391 to win the match in Perth.
Johnson enjoys his "good day"
Resurgent bowler Mitchell Johnson modestly said he made the most of his "good day" as he took six wickets in Perth.
Johnson swings match momentum
Recalled seamer Mitchell Johnson bowled a devastating spell to shatter England's middle order on day two in Perth.
Nervous Tremlett's "exciting day"
England seamer Chris Tremlett admitted to feeling a few nerves in Perth - his first Test match since 2007.
England seamers rattle Australia
England's quick bowlers prompted another top order collapse from Australia on day one of the third Test in Perth.
Gatting: England must be "ruthless"
Mike Gatting has urged Andrew Strauss' England to be "ruthless," in the crucial third Ashes Test in Perth.
Seamers fail to impress in MCG draw
England’s second-string seamers fail to impress during the drawn warm-up game with Victoria in Melbourne.
Jones: Aussie selectors desperate
Former England wicket-keeper Geraint Jones can see desperation creeping into the Australian selection policy.
Struggling Aussies turn to Beer
Australia have named Michael Beer in their squad, with Marcus North, Xavier Doherty and Doug Bollinger dropped.
England name T20 & ODI squads
England have named their limited overs squads - with February's ICC World Cup looming.
Khawaja & Co. eye North's spot
Usman Khawaja could replace Marcus North as Australia number six for the third Ashes Test in Perth.
Irani derides 'shambolic' Australia
Ronnie Irani says he cannot see Australia fighting back, calling their team a "shambles" and the selection policy "rank".
Aussies ponder bowling options
As they head to Perth Australia’s selectors face more difficult decisions after the hosts were thumped in Adelaide.
Foster: 'Cook has silenced doubters'
Essex and England teammate James Foster says Alastair Cook has set the record straight with his Ashes performances.
Second Test, Adelaide
Injuries hit Ashes rivals
Stuart Broad and Simon Katich will both miss the rest of the tour after suffering injuries in Adelaide.
England in "fantastic position"
Captain Andrew Strauss admits England are in a position to retain the Ashes but insists his team will not get complacent.
Swann spins England to Adelaide win
Five wickets for off-spinner Graeme Swann steers England to a resounding win in the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.
Swann hails "magic" Pietersen
Graeme Swann praised "magic" Kevin Pietersen after the double-centurion took the crucial wicket of Michael Clarke.
England set up fifth day victory push
Kevin Pietersen scored a Test best of 227 and dismissed Michael Clarke to give England a chance of victory in Adelaide.
Pietersen powers to double ton
Kevin Pietersen answered any concerns over his form by plundering a magnificent 213 not out on day three.
Cook burns Australia again
A second consecutive unbeaten century from Alastair Cook leaves England 72 runs ahead after day two in Adelaide.
Swann "pretty happy" after first day
Graeme Swann declared himself "pretty happy" with his role in England's first day dismissal of Australia in Adelaide.
Anderson awesome in Adelaide
Inspirational bowling by England seamer James Anderson leaves England on top after day one of the second Ashes Test.
Johnson axed for Adelaide
Australia have dropped Mitchell Johnson from their team for the second Test - with Doug Bollinger's expected to step in.
England versus history in Adelaide
England must overcome history again in the second Test as the Ashes Series heads to Adelaide.
Aussie Ashes boss: 'Lord's is best'
Australia Team Manager Steve Bernard has picked Lord's as his favourite ground - ahead of two Australian venues.
Australia call up bowling cover
Australia’s concerns over the bowling attack were highlighted by call-ups for Ryan Harris and Doug Bollinger.
First Test, Brisbane
Cook and Trott secure superb draw
England secured a remarkable draw in the opening Ashes Test in Brisbane thanks to Alastair Cook and Jonathan Trott.
Strauss delight at crucial innings
Andrew Strauss reflects on his second-innings century after being dismissed third ball in day one.
Cook and Strauss stage rescue act
Andrew Strauss and Alastair Cook hit centuries as England produced a remarkable recovery in Brisbane.
Hussey & Haddin hammer England
Mike Hussey and Brad Haddin ground England down with a record partnership of 307 for Australia at the Gabba.
Finn: 'Bowlers ready for big session'
Steven Finn says England’s bowlers are looking forward to a potentially decisive third morning of the first Ashes Test.
Hussey holds off England bowlers
Mike Hussey steadied Australia's first innings after England's bowlers launched a counter-attack in the first Test.
Bell: 'England can bounce back'
Ian Bell insists England can bounce back after a disappointing opening day’s play in Brisbane.
Siddle hat-trick hurts England
Peter Siddle’s hat-trick and 6-54 put Australia in command on the opening day of the series in Brisbane.
Strauss excited by England chance
Andrew Strauss insists England "couldn’t be in a better place" ahead of the first Test in Brisbane.
Gatting 'England have right attitude'
Ashes winning captain Mike Gatting has praised England’s attitude under Andrew Strauss and Andy Flower.
Australia drop Hauritz for Doherty
Nathan Hauritz is the main casualty in the shortened Australian squad for the first Test in Brisbane.
Build-up
Emburey: 'Swann best since Titmus'
Ashes winner John Emburey believes Graeme Swann is England’s best off-spinner in 35 years.
Warne: 'England aren't favourites'
Ashes legend Shane Warne says England are not the favourites and will "struggle to take 20 wickets".
Butcher: England form "irrelevant"
One time captain Mark Butcher says England's good form in warm-up matches is "irrelevant".
England's back-up bowlers impress
England’s second string bowling attack sent a timely reminder to the selectors against Australia A in Hobart.
England send bowlers to Brisbane early
England’s first-choice bowling attack will fly to Brisbane ahead of the rest of the squad on Wednesday 17 November.
Australian selectors fire warning shot
Xavier Doherty, Callum Ferguson and Usman Khawaja are included in the Australian squad for the opening Test.
Hughes: 'England stronger without Flintoff'
Simon Hughes thinks England’s players have grown in stature in the absence of former talisman Andrew Flintoff.
Lamb: 'England on the right track'
Allan Lamb believes England are right in sticking with their preferred starting XI for their second warm-up game.
'Genius' Pietersen can win Ashes
Nic Pothas says "borderline genius" Kevin Pietersen can be the difference between the sides during the Ashes.
The Ashes: MCC President v CEO
MCC President Christopher Martin-Jenkins & Chief Executive Keith Bradshaw debate the forthcoming Ashes Series.
Clarke: Australia are 'very confident'
Australian vice-captain Michael Clarke believes Australia will go from strength to strength this winter.
Strauss praises England attack
Andrew Strauss praised his bowlers' efforts after making 120* to guide England to victory over Western Australia.
England start well & Australia lose again
The two Ashes protagonists enjoyed a contrasting day as Sri Lanka extended Australia’s losing run to seven games.
Graveney: 'We must keep Aussies down'
David Graveney says England must keep Australia on the ropes during the forthcoming Ashes series Down Under.
Fraser: 'Finn must improve again'
Angus Fraser says England bowler Steven Finn will have to step-up another level in the forthcoming Ashes series.
O'Brien: Aussie quicks the difference
Former New Zealand seamer Iain O’Brien believes Australia’s superior bowling attack will lead them to Ashes victory.
Sri Lanka keep Australia on back foot
Sri Lanka comfortably beat Australia by seven wickets in a one off Twenty20 international in Perth.
Morgan desperate for Ashes chance
Eoin Morgan insists he can force his way into the England starting XI for the first Ashes Test in Brisbane.
Strauss: 'England will be at war'
Andrew Strauss says his side are ready to 'go to war' with Australia as they bid to retain the Ashes this winter.
Australia update: Siddle returns to action
Peter Siddle announced his return to fitness with a confident, wicket-taking display for Victoria against Tasmania.
Flower: 'Anderson should be fit'
England Team Director Andy Flower revealed James Anderson has returned to bowling following his rib injury.
Agnew: 'England should win Ashes'
BBC commentator, Jonathan Agnew, says he will be "disappointed if we don’t win" the upcoming Ashes Series.
Fixtures & results
Tests
| Test | Date(s) | Venue | Result | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1st Test | Nov 25-29 | Brisbane | Draw | 0-0 |
2nd Test | Dec 3-7 | Adelaide | Eng win by an innings & 71 runs | Eng lead 1-0 |
3rd Test | Dec 16-20 | Perth | Aus win by 267 runs | 1-1 |
4th Test | Dec 26-30 | Melbourne | Eng win by an innings & 157 runs | Eng lead 2-1 |
5th Test | Jan 3-7 | Sydney | Eng win by an innings & 83 runs | Eng win 3-1 |
Twenty20 Internationals
| Test | Date(s) | Venue | Result | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1st T20 | Jan 12 | Adelaide | Eng win by one wicket | Eng lead 1-0 |
2nd T20 | Jan 14 | Melbourne | Aus win by four runs | Series tied 1-1 |
One Day Internationals
| Test | Date(s) | Venue | Result | Series |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1st ODI | Jan 16 | Melbourne | Aus win by six wickets | Aus lead 1-0 |
2nd ODI | Jan 21 | Hobart | Aus win by 46 runs | Aus lead 2-0 |
3rd ODI | Jan 23 | Sydney | Aus win by 4 wickets | Aus lead 3-0 |
4th ODI | Jan 26 | Adelaide | Eng win by 21 runs | Aus lead 3-1 |
5th ODI | Jan 30 | Brisbane | Aus win by 51 runs | Aus lead 4-1 |
6th ODI | Feb 2 | Sydney | Aus win by 2 wickets | Aus lead 5-1 |
7th ODI | Feb 6 | Perth | Aus win by 57 runs | Aus win 6-1 |
