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James Whaling

England win third Ashes Test thanks to superb Harry Brook innings to keep series alive

Yorkshireman Harry Brook was the toast of Headingley as the local lad helped England to a three-wicket victory over Australia in the third Ashes Test.

The 24-year-old, who grew up in neighbouring Burley, hit a sublime 75 before Mitchell Starc had him caught by skipper Pat Cummins, his fifth wicket of the innings.

But it was enough to get England over the line after a pulsating four days of action, with Chris Woakes, who played a crucial hand of 32 not out, and Mark Wood negotiating the remaining 21 runs.

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