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England wrap up tour victory but ‘rusty’ Alastair Cook a concern before Ashes

• England 293 and 207; Cricket Australia XI 233-9 dec and 75
• England win by 192 runs

The Champions Trophy’s format is a favourite with players and fans and all eight teams in it, including England, can dream of victory

• Surrey allrounder made his England Test debut in Bangladesh in October
• ‘I have always maintained that cricket was just one part of my life’

• Almanack defends decision of Morgan and Hales not to tour Bangladesh
• Wisden also praises timing of Alastair Cook’s resignation as Test captain

• Spinner dismisses Bangladesh’s Tamim Iqbal for 78 with new ball
• ‘I don’t think I’ve ever been so nervous,’ says 39-year-old

Whichever England players are handed their debuts in Thursday’s first Test would do well to remember that a good start can sometimes count for little

• Test captain’s decision may prompt others to do same despite security fears
• Future selection will not be affected if players decide to opt out

• Security director holds briefing with players on Thursday night
• Three-match ODI series and two Tests in October will take place

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