Lord’s now a must-win after Smith show raises questions

By Chris Stocks
England v Australia

Second Test, August 14-18, Lord’s, London, 11.00am start

Making way: Moeen Ali has paid the price for his poor form by being dropped from the squad, with Jack Leach, inset, replacing him
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Key man
JOFRA ARCHER – England: Provided he’s given his Test debut, as expected, all eyes will be on whether the pace ace can be the man to outsmart Steve Smith
Pitch report
Any repeat of the flat track which greeted the Ireland Test will not be welcomed by the home side – especially ...

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