It's finally here!
The huge summer of international cricket continues today as England and Australia begin the fight for the Ashes.
After England won the World Cup in the 50-over format under Eoin Morgan, Joe Root now takes the captaincy for the longest form of the game and one of the most historic rivalries in sport.
Edgbaston is the venue for the first Test - a ground on which England have a formidable record and the support is sure to be hostile for the touring Aussies.
Will it be enough for the hosts to get themselves ahead in the game on day one?
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