5 key takeaways for England after their capitulation in the Ashes

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Australia vs England - The Ashes 2017

#1 Bright future awaits the trio

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Dawid Malan after scoring a fantastic century in the 3rd test of Ashes 2017

Although England has yet again surrendered the urn Down Under, they might have unearthed three cricketing gems which bodes well for their future.

Dawid Malan has shown his class in both the innings at the WACA. His century at Perth was a reminder of the raw cricketing talent he possesses. His awe-inspiring drives even gave a glimmer of hope to the Barmy Army. If he continues to perform like this, he might become an integral part of the core that Joe Root might look for in the future.

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Craig Overton after an injury in the third test

Apart from Malan, James Vince and Craig Overton also displayed the flashes of talent they possess. Vince played flawlessly in the second innings, until he was dismissed by what some might call 'the ball of this century'. Whereas, Craig Overton has shown gutsy behaviour, be it bowling or batting. On day two, he bowled for ten overs even with a hairline fracture.

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