The melodrama cannot be sustained throughout the Ashes, can it? A tied World Cup final against New Zealand, which captivated fans and their families in their millions; 85 all out against Ireland followed by a face-saving demolition of their flimsy batting line-up on the third day when they were bundled out for 38. This is crazy stuff but still the simple answer is “Yes”.
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Written by Vic Marks
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2019/jul/27/ashes-england-australia-2019-cricket under the title “Ashes fervour is sure to maintain melodrama of this crazy summer | Vic Marks”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.