The 2021 Ashes series is finally upon us as England travel Down Under to take on the might of Australia on their home patch.
Australia has not been a happy hunting ground for England of late as they were trounced 4-0 in their last away series back in 2017/18.
The Australians are once again favourites to retain the urn but, with the turmoil of Tim Paine-gate lurking over their preparations, Joe Root and co. will be hoping to sneak in and get off to a good start.
The opening stage will, as is always the case, be the famous GABBA in Brisbane - a ground which hold some thoroughly forgettable memories for English cricket.
Looking back, the 2019 series provided some spectacular cricket, ultimately ending all square with Australia retaining the much-loved little prize.
One of the stars of that series, Ben Stokes, became available for selection right at the last for the upcoming battle, in what will prove to be a massive boost for England.
The talismanic all-rounder has a big match temperament unlike any other in the game and will be desperate to give the old enemy a hard time.
England will, however, have to do without the service of rapid quick Joffra Archer, who has been sidelined for the entirety of the series.
Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming series:
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