Test cricket's oldest rivalry resumes in Brisbane today when Australia and England lock horns on day one of the Ashes series.
The home side are holders and hot favourites to win the five-test series, which has already had its share of drama before the first ball is bowled.
Australian captain Tim Paine is missing after admitting his role in a "sexting" scandal - while England will have to cope without veteran paceman Jimmy Anderson, who suffered an 11th-hour injury.
BBC cricket journalist Henry Moeran is following the tour around Australia.
He spoke to Susie Ferguson.
