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Cook and Bell call the shots

Justin Goulding

Alastair Cook missed out on his second double century of the series and Ian Bell hit his maiden Ashes hundred as England opened up a sizeable first-innings lead of 208 and counting in Sydney.

Cook and Bell call the shots

Justin Goulding

Alastair Cook missed out on his second double century of the series and Ian Bell hit his maiden Ashes hundred as England opened up a sizeable first-innings lead of 208 and counting in Sydney.

Anderson pleasantly surprised by form

Rob Barnett

James Anderson’s consistently outstanding bowling in the Ashes has been something of a shock to himself. "I’ve performed really well in all five Tests,” said Anderson, who has 21 wickets.

Sydney spoils up for grabs - Johnson

Australia seamer Mitchell Johnson believes the final Ashes Test is “in the balance” following a topsy-turvy second day at the SCG. England trail by 113 with seven first-innings wickets in hand.

Cool Cook matches sparkling Strauss

Justin Goulding

Contrasting half-centuries from Andrew Strauss and Alastair Cook enabled England to take a sizeable chunk out of Australia's lead. Chasing 280, England closed day two on 167 for three.

Cool Cook matches sparkling Strauss

Justin Goulding

Contrasting half-centuries from Andrew Strauss and Alastair Cook enabled England to take a sizeable chunk out of Australia's lead. Replying to 280, England closed day two on 167 for three.

Swanny lends a hand

Swanny offers some kind advice to an Australian news network in the latest instalment of his diary. Other highlights include a message from a mystery guest and a defence of last week's episode.

Bresnan salutes miserly England

Rob Barnett

Tim Bresnan hailed England’s collective bowling display as they limited Australia to 134 for four on day one of the final Ashes Test. He took 2-47 in 16 overs of the 59 possible on a rain-reduced day.

Khawaja: I had a ball

Chris Devine

Australia debutant Usman Khawaja spoke of his enjoyment after making an encouraging first impression in the final Ashes Test at the SCG.

England to the fore

Justin Goulding

England defied unseasonal weather and unlikely top-order resistance to make inroads with the ball in the final Ashes Test. Australia were reduced to 134 for four in the 59 overs possible on day one.