This year's hotly-anticipated Ashes series between England and Australia kicks off in the small hours of Thursday morning. But the 10-hour time difference presents a problem for fanatical cricket fans who would otherwise be fast asleep during the hours of play.
The first Ashes test at Brisbane's Gabba starts at 0000 GMT on Thursday, with the action finishing round about breakfast time.
Cricket fans in the UK will be facing some tough decisions about how much of it they can watch or listen to live.
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Tuesday, 23 November 2010
Tim Paine ruled out as backup keeper after injuring finger
TASMANIAN wicket keeper Tim Paine is set for at least a six-week stint on the sidelines after breaking his finger in an exhibition game on Sunday night.
The country's back-up gloveman was hit by a Dirk Nannes 148km/h thunderbolt while batting in the ACA All-Stars Twenty20 match at the Gabba, breaking his right index finger.
Clarke fitness boost for Australia
Michael Clarke overcame his long-term back problem sufficiently to bat for an hour in the nets ahead of the first Test at Brisbane this week. The Australian selectors will take some comfort from his performance, although he remains a concern for the series as a whole.
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Monday, 22 November 2010
Clarke in doubt for Gabba Test
Australia vice-captain Michael Clarke is a doubt for the first test at Brisbane after failing to take part in a practice session.
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