- Updates from the fourth day of play at Edgbaston
- Woakes says England need plan to claim Smith wicket
- Any thoughts? Email or tweet @GeoffLemonSport
Weather: There’s already more than enough tension in this contest but if you wanted some more, how about the prospect of some inclement weather this afternoon? It’s currently fine and cool in the West Midlands but there is the strong risk of a rain-related interruption or two after lunch.
In case you hadn’t realised already, I should point out I am not Geoff Lemon. He will be with you before play begins but for the time being please forward any email correspondence to jonathan.howcroft.casual@theguardian.com or tweets to @JPHowcroft.
Written by Geoff Lemon (now) & Rob Smyth (later)
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/sport/live/2019/aug/04/england-v-australia-ashes-2019-first-test-day-four-live under the title “England v Australia: Ashes 2019 first Test, day four – live!”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.