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Australia chief selector George Bailey says the squad for the first Ashes Test against England deserves "respect".

Australia's squad is older than England's and many are playing in their last Ashes, but they remain an outstanding team, says Stephan Shemilt.

Former England physical disability squad head coach Ben Silver is given a suspended £500 fine after accepting charges of improper conduct.

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All-rounder Sean Williams will no longer be considered for selection after admitting to a drug addiction, Zimbabwe Cricket announces.

Captain Ben Stokes extends his England central contract through to the end of the next home Ashes series in 2027.

Australia seamer Ryan Harris needed a second chance at being a professional cricketer, but when it came he formed one of the Ashes most clinical partnerships with Mitchell Johnson.

Nottinghamshire's head groundsman Steve Birks is to retire in January after a successful 28-year career at Trent Bridge.

England spinner Jack Leach signs a new two-year contract with Somerset to keep him at the club until the end of the 2028 season.

Ireland head coach Heinrich Malan believes an expanded World Test Championship would enable his side to play more regular red-ball cricket.

The Ashes returns on 21 November and to get you in the mood we thought we'd test your knowledge with a quiz.

The BBC will deliver comprehensive coverage of the Ashes, with ball-by-ball radio commentary, video highlights, text updates and analysis.