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In the pink? Cricket bosses and players still not seeing benefit of day-night Tests

The Ashes pink-ball Test at the Gabba may once again leave many in the sport wondering if the format has a future

The Guardian - UK

Bashir is ‘England’s No 1 spinner’ despite exclusion from Ashes Test, says Stokes

Shoaib Bashir has been reassured that he remains England’s first-pick spinner, despite Will Jacks being selected instead for the second Ashes Test

The Guardian - UK

Ben Stokes admits Robin Smith’s death just days after England Ashes squad visit ‘hits harder’

Former England batter Robin Smith passed away earlier this week at the age of 62

The Independent UK

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Jacks gives England tactical shift for Gabba: Stokes

England captain Ben Stokes insists the all-round talents of Will Jacks will suit the Gabba as he rejects suggestions his bowlers are already fatigued.

AAP

Challenges lie ahead in day-night Test but England have what it takes to shock Australia

Even Steve Smith has struggled under lights and the selection of Will Jacks is the right approach by the tourists

The Guardian - UK

England have Gabba hope amidst historical horror

England's last three Ashes series triumphs in Australia followed iconic displays at the Gabba but overall their Test record in Brisbane is poor.

AAP

Fearless Robin Smith and his square cuts gave hope to England in grim era

Smith stood up to West Indies bowling and scored centuries against Australia in the most demanding of circumstances

The Guardian - UK

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Boland back to bowling best for Gabba after 'off day'

Scott Boland was unhappy with his first-innings display in Perth but bounced back in the second and is now set to inflict more grief on England at the Gabba.

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Robin Smith obituary

England and Hampshire cricketer nicknamed the Judge admired for his fearless and powerful batting

The Guardian - UK

Robin Smith was a Hampshire and England great and one of the very best – and bravest – in the face of raw pace

TRIBUTE: Smith, who has died aged 62, was a master of ducking and diving to avoid the world’s fastest bowlers, writes Richard Jolly

The Independent UK

Robin Smith: Tributes paid to 'one of England’s most charismatic and popular players' after death at 62

Former team-mates including Michael Atherton and Nasser Hussain recount fond memories of ‘The Judge’

Evening Standard

Robin Smith: 'Judge' whose fearless batting delivered its own lasting verdict

One of England’s most popular and charismatic players, and a Hampshire icon, has died at the age of 62

Evening Standard

Robin Smith hailed as ‘batter ahead of his time’ following death at age of 62

He played 62 Tests for England between 1988 and 1996.

The Independent UK

Robin Smith: England and Hampshire cricket legend 'The Judge' dies aged 62

Smith died unexpectedly at his home in Australia on Monday

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The Guardian - UK

‘He was a batter ahead of his time’: Robin Smith, former England cricketer, dies aged 62

Robin Smith, the former Hampshire batter who scored more than 6,000 runs for England between 1988 and 1996, has died at the age of 62

Evening Standard

England pick Will Jacks ahead of Shoaib Bashir for second Ashes Test

The all-rounder will be thrust into action for the tourists later this week

The Independent UK

England make bold call with Mark Wood replacement for second Ashes Test

Off-spinning all-rounder Will Jacks was a surprise selection for the Ashes and is now thrust into the lineup for the day/night Test in Brisbane ahead of Shoaib Bashir

The Guardian - UK

England abandon all-out pace attack with recall of Will Jacks for second Ashes Test in Brisbane

Will Jacks will make his third Test appearance, and his first for nearly three years, as England attempt to level the Ashes at the Gabba

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Sorry, Joe: CA confirms Ashes day-nighter here to stay

Cricket Australia is planning for future home Ashes series to feature day-night Tests, despite questions from Joe Root as to its place on the calendar.

AAP

Unwanted history looms for Archer against Smith

The battle between Jofra Archer and Steve Smith continues at the Gabba, but England's paceman has 0-96 from the 189 balls he has bowled at the Australian.

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England have 'massive confidence' for Gabba Test

Despite a huge loss in the series opener, England's Brydon Carse says the tourists have reason for confidence heading into the second Ashes Test.

The Guardian - UK

Will Jacks in contention for day-night Ashes Test as England ponder options

Will Jacks has entered England’s thoughts for the day-night second Test against Australia as they look to level the Ashes series

The Independent UK

Brydon Carse confident England can recapture hostility in second Ashes Test

The tourists were condemned to a two-day loss in Perth but it was not one-way traffic.

The Guardian - AU

Marnus Labuschagne backs Australia’s pink ball experience to tell in second Ashes Test

Marnus Labuschagne has admitted that Australia’s experience of playing day-night Tests will see them start the Gabba Test with an in-built advantage

The Guardian - UK

Middlesex CCC chief executive investigated after complaint by staff member

The Middlesex chief executive, Andrew Cornish, has taken leave of absence from the club following an allegation of misconduct made by another member of staff

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