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Pakistan collapse to 100-7 against England in 3rd Test
Pakistan slumped to 100-7 at lunch on the opening day of the third Test at Edgbaston on Wednesday after yet another dramatic collapse during their sorry tour of England.
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Mac Allister calls on Argentina to channel Maradona spirit in England World Cup clash
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Spain deliver World Cup masterclass against France to reach final
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Majestic Spain stun France to reach World Cup final
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Brook upbeat about England ODI form amid Test captaincy uncertainty
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Hurdles record holder Tharp claims first win as professional in Budapest
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