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A deep dive into one of the fiercest rivalries in sport. Unearthing stories from the most unforgettable series, a look at what it takes to lift the most famous cricket trophy, the Ashes urn. Through in-depth interviews with cricket legends including Ben Stokes, Jimmy Anderson and Glenn McGrath, this documentary relives the on-field heroics and lifts the lid on the behind-the-scenes turmoil, revealing a darker side to the pursuit of success.
The definitive story of the 2019 Cricket World Cup final between England and New Zealand – arguably the greatest final ever played in any sport. It’s a tale of courage and comradeship. It reveals the human dramas lying behind one of the greatest days in England’s sporting history.
From breathtaking highs — a World Cup win, an astonishing last stand in the Ashes, and an inspiring England captaincy — to the lows — a trial for affray, personal tragedy, and mental health challenges, which saw him take time away from the game — the documentary follows Ben Stokes in an honest film about the man behind the extraordinary cricketer.
Go behind the scenes of the 2023 Men's Ashes Series, one of the most memorable series between England and Australia in living memory, and one not short of controversy. Hear from the key England protagonists, including captain Ben Stokes, Joe Root and Stuart Broad, as they take you through the highs and lows of the five-match series. The heartbreak at Edgbaston, the tension at Lord's, elation at Headingley and frustration at Emirates Old Trafford. And all rounded off with a fairytale ending for one of our all-time greats at the Kia Oval. Our Take breaks down the remarkable series, telling our take in a way it's never been told before.
Comic Relief and Children in Need join forces to deliver a very special night of television, hosted by Lenny Henry and Matt Baker.