Ducks and poncho-sellers were the only winners in Manchester, as rain washed out the final day of the fourth Test and ensured Australia would retain the Ashes. England were in charge but could not get back on the field as their attempt to become only the second team in history to successfully come back from 2-0 down fell flat. In this week's pod, Alan Gardner, Andrew McGlashan and Vithushan Ehantharajah reflect on an Old Trafford anticlimax, despite the best efforts of Chris Woakes, Zak Crawley and Jonny Bairstow, and look ahead to what's left to play for at The Oval.
Switch Hit: Ashes to Splashes
Alan Gardner is joined by Andrew McGlashan and Vithushan Ehantharajah to discuss Australia retaining the urn at a soggy Old Trafford
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Jul 24, 2023, 5:36 PM
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VLive Sports Desk- Editorial Angle:Analysis of Switch Hit: Ashes to Splashes: Alan Gardner is joined by Andrew McGlashan and Vithushan Ehantharajah to discuss Australia retaining the urn at a soggy Old Trafford — assessing tactical impact and tournament progression.
- Tactical Context:Ducks and poncho-sellers were the only winners in Manchester, as rain washed out the final day of the fourth Test and ensured Australia would retain the Ashes.
- Tournament Context:Part of ICC World Test Championship 2023-2025. Follow real-time tournament standings, fixture progression, and live scorecards on VLive.
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