England pray for one last chance

By Taha Hashim

Just a little time, that’s all England desire on Sunday.
Marnus Labuschagne may have advanced to his 11th Test century, frustrating the hosts in a day that lasted just 30 overs, but Australia still trail by 61, with five wickets remaining and their No.3 gone. Should there be time, then we may well head to The Oval at 2-2, this exhilarating contest granted a grand finale.
But the forecast doesn’t look pretty, and that will suit Australia just fine. Let it pour and the urn will be theirs at Old Trafford, just like it was four years ago. England, having won the third Test an...

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