The old cricketing rivalry between England and Australia is heating up once again, as the two nations' men's teams face each other during the Ashes 2025/26.
As well as tradition and history, cricket is also jam-packed with science.
Before you tuck into your afternoon tea (or given the time difference in Australia, your early morning breakfast), it's time to put your cricketing knowledge to the test in this science quiz.
This article was published in June 2023
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