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YOU WONT BELIEVE: 2 - What They Never Told You

A look at other close finishes in Test history as Australia win Ashes opener

The first Test in this year’s Ashes series was a tight affair.

The Independent UK

Inside 2005 Ashes party as Freddie Flintoff wees in garden and Tony Blair called a "k***head"

England's 2005 Ashes celebrations were just as memorable as the series itself, with Matthew Hoggard calling Prime Minister Tony Blair a "k**bhead" and Freddie Flintoff boozing in the Cabinet Room at 10 Downing Street

Daily Mirror

Why the Ashes’ first ball could be the most important of all

The first ball of the series between England and Australia has earned its own mythology down the years – so can it really set the tone for what’s to come?

The Independent UK

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England legends Steve Harmison and Darren Gough urge Ashes attack to come out swinging

The Aussies love putting the Poms in their place from the first ball of an Ashes series, but it hasn't always been one-way traffic - the Baggy Greens came unstuck at Edgbaston in 1997 and, for two sessions at least, at Lord's 18 years ago

Daily Mirror

Why the Ashes’ first ball could be the most important of all

The first ball of the series between England and Australia has earned its own mythology down the years – so can it really set the tone for what’s to come?

The Independent UK

You had a lot of selfish characters playing for England: Steve Harmison

LONDON: Former England pacer Steve Harmison has hinted that quite a few senior players in the side did not contribute to the team spirit in the late 90s and early 2000s, but all that changed during the 2005 Ashes series, which the hosts won 2-1.

The Times of India

England legend names potential Ben Stokes replacement if captain gets injured in the Ashes

Amid concerns about Ben Stokes' knee injury, Steve Harmison has identified a surprising potential replacement for the England skipper should he break down during the Ashes

Daily Mirror

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Steve Harmison pinpoints the key factor between England winning and losing the Ashes

Steve Harmison has identified what "could be the difference to winning and losing the Ashes" for England this summer as Ben Stokes' side attempt to regain the urn

Daily Mirror

Steve Harmison inside view on Newcastle United since takeover response to Jurgen Klopp money taunt

Newcastle United have made great strides since the takeover but it isn't just down to money

Chronicle Live

On this day in 2004: Steve Harmison claims seven for 12 against West Indies

A damaging spell saw Harmison almost single handedly knock over West Indies for just double figures at Sabina Park.

The Independent UK

England fired gloomy World Cup prediction by former star amid Ben Stokes uncertainty

Test captain Ben Stokes retired from ODI cricket last year, but England are keen for him to reverse his decision ahead of their 50-over World Cup defence in India

Daily Mirror

Ben Stokes urged to snub £1.6m IPL payday and focus on Ashes amid knee injury concerns

England captain Ben Stokes is dealing with a chronic injury problem in his left knee and the likes of Steve Harmison and Michael Vaughan have urged him to withdraw from the IPL and focus solely on the Ashes

Daily Mirror

Cricket a big winner after enthralling series in New Zealand, says Steve Harmison

New Zealand won one of the tightest games in Test history on Tuesday after beating England by one run in Wellington

The Independent UK

New Zealand vs England and the closest finishes in Test match history

Neil Wagner removed James Anderson to secure a thrilling victory

The Independent UK

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Looking back at other close finishes in Test match history

Neil Wagner removed James Anderson to secure a thrilling victory.

Chronicle Live

Steve Harmison talks about meeting Newcastle United squad and advice to players ahead of Wembley

Steve Harmison was the best fast bowler on the planet in 2005 and knows about carrying the burden of a success-starved team

Chronicle Live

Dan Burn reveals sporting legends that had audience with Newcastle United players at training ground

Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe was eager to give players unique insight to high performance levels

Daily Mirror

Alex Hales told "ship has sailed" for England World Cup defence despite T20 return

Alex Hales returned to international cricket last year after a three-and-a-half year exile to help England win the T20 World Cup, but Steve Harmison believes he will not earn an recall for the upcoming 50-over World Cup

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Steve Harmison makes bold Jonny Bairstow claim with England star set for Ashes return

Jonny Bairstow is out of action after breaking his leg in a freak accident while playing golf, but he is set to be back in time for the Ashes and England face a real selection dilemma

Daily Mirror

James Anderson "isn't going anywhere anytime soon" as England legend continues to star

Since turning 40, James Anderson has taken 20 Test wickets at an average of just 16.20 and the England legend has no plans to retire anytime soon - according to Steve Harmison

The Guardian - UK

‘It was amazing’: how Kiwi hospitality proved pivotal for ailing Anderson

In 2008, Jimmy Anderson was 26, low on confidence and struggling to secure a place in England’s Test side – then came an offer from Auckland

The Independent UK

Brendon McCullum and James Anderson have very different memories of NZ in 2008

It was 15 years ago in Wellington that captain Michael Vaughan made the decision to drop the old guard of Steve Harmison and Matthew Hoggard.

Daily Mirror

England legend criticises Ashes schedule and issues "difficult" James Anderson warning

This summer's Ashes series will take place in a 46-day window and former England quick Steve Harmison is concerned about the impact such a quick turnaround will have on the likes of James Anderson, Mark Wood and Jofra Archer

Daily Mirror

Steve Harmison pinpoints England difference maker ahead of Australia Ashes clash

Former England bowler Steve Harmison believes James Anderson will be a central figure in this summer's Ashes series as Ben Stokes' side hope to regain the urn from Australia

Daily Mirror

England star branded the "most exciting talent since Kevin Pietersen" ahead of return

England legend Steve Harmison has heaped praise on a returning star - labelling him "one of the most exciting talents I've seen in cricket for a long long time"

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