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Nathan Lyon Ruled Out Of Remainder Of Ashes, Backs This Youngster As His Replacement

Australian veteran spinner Nathan Lyon has been ruled out of the 2023 Ashes series against England and he has backed 22-year-old Todd Murphy to "leave his footmarks" in the series, saying that "stock ball" is good enough to provide a different challenge to the English batters. Australia on Monday announced changes to their squad for the remainder of the series, with Lyon ruled out due to a "significant calf tear" while fielding on Day 2 at Lord's.

Watch: Did Jonny Bairstow Attempt Alex Carey-Like Dismissal In Lord's Test First?

Opinions are divided over the much-talked-about Jonny Bairstow dismissal from Day 5 of the Lord's Test. While many feel that the England keeper was deservedly given out as he wandered out of his crease recklessly, others feel Australia should've given him a warning and not stump him on the first instance. However, a video has emerged on Twitter suggesting Carey might not have been the first one to attempt such a dismissal in the match but the man in the spotlight, Bairstow himself.

The Ashes: Nathan Lyon to miss rest of series with a calf injury, replaced by Todd Murphy ahead of third Test

Australia off-spinner Nathan Lyon will miss the rest of the Ashes series with a calf injury he picked up in the second Test at Lord's. Lyon pulled up on day two as he ran to field a ball. He hobbled out to bat on day four and scored four runs as he added 15 with Mitchell Starc.

Wimbledon 2023: Andy Murray believes there is 'good chance' of disruption from Just Stop Oil protesters at SW19

Andy Murray thinks there is a «good chance» Wimbledon will be disrupted by Just Stop Oil protesters. Wimbledon organisers have urged players not to «try a Jonny Bairstow» if Just Stop Oil protesters attempt to spray orange paint over Centre Court. Ad Just Stop Oil recently targeted the second Ashes Test which saw England's Bairstow carry a protester off the pitch at Lord's.

Josko Gvardiol has already told Man City what they want to hear as transfer talks held

Josko Gvardiol has already made clear his wish to play in the Premier League, as a move to Manchester City edges closer.

Kate Garraway says the 'struggles go on' as she's showered with support over Derek Draper hospital message

Kate Garraway has told fans that the 'struggles go on' as she shared how her husband returned to hospital after witnessing her be awarded with her MBE by the Prince of Wales. The Good Morning Britain presenter was recognised in the 2022 New Year Honours for her services to broadcasting, journalism and charity.

Wimbledon preview talking points: Will anyone stop Djokovic and can Jabeur challenge?

The third Grand Slam of the tennis season gets underway on Monday as the world's best players descend on London for the Wimbledon Championships.

26 notorious criminals jailed in the UK in June

A 15-year-old knife fanatic who stabbed a teenager to death and psychopathic hammer attacker who carried out his fantasy of murdering a stranger were just two of the worst offenders sent to jail in the UK in June.

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Nathan Lyon Ruled Out Of Remainder Of Ashes, Backs This Youngster As His Replacement

Watch: Did Jonny Bairstow Attempt Alex Carey-Like Dismissal In Lord's Test First?

The Ashes: Nathan Lyon to miss rest of series with a calf injury, replaced by Todd Murphy ahead of third Test

Wimbledon 2023: Andy Murray believes there is 'good chance' of disruption from Just Stop Oil protesters at SW19

Josko Gvardiol has already told Man City what they want to hear as transfer talks held

Kate Garraway says the 'struggles go on' as she's showered with support over Derek Draper hospital message

Wimbledon preview talking points: Will anyone stop Djokovic and can Jabeur challenge?

26 notorious criminals jailed in the UK in June