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Far away from the spotlight, new-look England eye series win

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England made short work of a modest chase in the opening game.
England made short work of a modest chase in the opening game. © Getty

The country is in the grip of football fever. On Sunday evening, England's men's team are contesting their first major tournament final since 1966, playing Italy at Wembley. Everywhere you go, there are England flags on display and 'It's coming home', the popular refrain from the Euro 96 tournament song, has overtaken 'Do you want a cup of tea?' as the most used phrase in the English language. The cricketing counterparts, who are taking on Pakistan at Lord's on Saturday (July 10), are rather set to fly under the radar as a result, even though they have the opportunity of securing a series win.

England's victory over Pakistan in Cardiff was

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