Blind Ashes 2008

England Blind Team skipper Matt Dean spoke to ECBtv ahead of their Ashes trip

The England Blind Team flew to Australia on Wednesday December 3 as they attempted to retain the Blind Ashes trophy - which they achieved with a matcvh to spare.

The teams battled it out over five ODIs before taking part in a Twenty20 clash.

England won the first ever Blind Ashes in 2004, narrowly edging out Australia in a thrilling series.

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England travel to Australia hoping to retain the Blind Ashes trophy

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