Sunshine, meat pies and world-famous cricket grounds – what more could an England cricket fan possibly want? England’s hopes of reclaiming the Ashes were dashed after Australia’s 82-run victory in Adelaide secured a 3-0 lead in the series. Despite 3,000 fans from the Barmy Army traveling for the final two Tests, many, like the Ryding siblings from Lancashire, are left disappointed as they watch the series from home, having hoped for a competitive tour. “The hope was always that we would have something to play for still when we got there,” said Sam.
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