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Brook’s dismissal in the Ashes opener drew scrutiny as England sought momentum.
Analysts warn Brook could waste talent if his dismissals continue early in big matches.
The Times highlights the impact of Brook’s exit on England’s momentum in the match.

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Starc is described as a pink-ball weapon, delivering searing pace and effectiveness at night in the Ashes context.
Starc needs only three more Test wickets to pass Wasim Akram’s 414, potentially becoming the all-time pink-ball wicket leader.
England faced Starc’s dominance after Perth, where Starc took a 10-wicket haul in the first Test of the series.
Dawid Malan recalled the intense duel with Starc in Adelaide, noting Starc’s air of disdain when beating him.
Steve Smith reportedly used anti-glare strips to cope with pink-ball glare under Gabba lights.
Analysts note pink-ball conditions make the ball harder to pick against glary floodlights, challenging batsmen like Smith.
Dean Elgar warned Starc’s pink-ball threat remains formidable, especially at night under lights.
The feature frames the pink-ball debate within the broader Ashes narrative and potential England response.
The piece is an extract from The Spin newsletter, offering a curated view of the Ashes intrigue.
The report ties together past and present assessments of pink-ball performance from multiple players.

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England captaincy faces early pressure as Duckett is dismissed for a golden duck by Mitchell Starc in the second Ashes Test at the Gabba.
Rushden’s Ashes diary notes the tense atmosphere in Brisbane and the fear of a repeat of Crawley’s struggles.
The column follows Crawley’s early approach and the peril of his dismissal as Starc dominates the opening spell.
The piece captures the personal side, including family interruptions as the match unfolds.
Neser’s Sheffield Shield-like pressure and tight bowling becomes a recurring theme as Crawley battles to stay at the crease.
The diary-style narration interleaves live action with lighthearted commentary and spectator anecdotes.
The reader gets a real sense of the match tempo, with the 50 partnership milestone and rising tension described in detail.
The narrative hints at the broader stakes of the Ashes series and England's need to respond under Australian conditions.
The Guardian Ashes Weekly segment emphasizes the emotional rollercoaster of watching England in an away series.

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Starc took six for 71 to lead Australia’s bowling and keep the match in balance at the Gabba.
Australia left out Nathan Lyon, prompting debate over the need for a spinner in the conditions.
England fought back, with Joe Root guiding the innings and reaching a composed unbeaten century.
The day featured a battle between Australia’s pace attack and England’s battering effort against pace and bounce.
Lyon’s absence left questions about Australia’s balance and selection strategy for Pink-Ball Tests.
Australia’s mixed spell of backup quicks yielded limited rewards, underscoring Starc’s workload.
The day left Australia with England 325 for nine, still in a position to push for an advantage on day two.
The Guardian frames Starc as the sole performer carrying Australia’s burden in this conditions.
Sridwell-like early pressure from Starc kept England honest before Root’s decisive innings.
The article notes a broader debate about selection philosophy in Australia’s modern Ashes lineups.

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