The Overlap Ashes Debate Part Two: Ashes Hot Takes, All-Time XIs & Stokes’ Defining Moment?
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The Overlap Ashes Debate is back for Part Two, brought to you by Betfair!
This episode goes even deeper into the biggest talking points ahead of the 2025/26 Ashes.
This time, our panel of England and Australia fans take on the impossible task: creating the ultimate combined Ashes all-time XI. Expect arguments, nostalgia and some very bold choices.
The debate heats up as the room tries to answer the question: has Ben Stokes now surpassed Ian Botham as England’s greatest all-rounder? And sticking with Stokes, the panel discuss whether he or Pat Cummins is truly the better captain heading into this series.
We also dive into the most controversial Ashes hot takes, England’s selection decisions, and how Australia should line up after a period of change.
Packed with passion, insight and proper fan debate, this is another must-watch for anyone counting down to the first ball.
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01:12 - Picking the Combined Ashes XI (1980s Onwards)
20:42 - Hot Takes: Fans & Journalists Share Opinions
37:24 - The Quiz: Ashes Runs, Wickets, and Catches
44:02 - Final Thoughts & Outro
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