To those back in Britain enduring another 'beast from the east', it may seem like winter is neverending. But for England's cricketers, a long odyssey under the southern hemisphere sun has just one more stage to go.

The ODI series in Australia proved a very different experience for England fans than the Ashes. After the chastening experience of the Ashes Series, English cricket fans had been waiting a long time to enjoy some good news from down under.

The Ashes may have brought a defeat on the field for England, but for those following the team on tour, it was still a great experience with many memories and new friends made! 

The Ashes may have brought a heavy defeat on the field for England, but for those following the team on tour Down Under, it was still a memorable experience.

There is nothing like the anticipation of an Ashes Series, with its intense build-up, the customary war of words, close scrutiny of form and fevered discussion over selection. The 2017-18 Series is clearly no different.