England beat Australia in first of 'Afghan Ashes' 25.11.10

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Published on November 26, 2010 11:37:54 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-SIpvpgGODY

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British troops have won the first game in a cricket competition between British and Australian soldiers in Helmand province. The Australian soldiers, gunners of the Royal Regiment of Australian Artillery, are working alongside British gunners in forward operating and patrol bases across Helmand. Although the situation in Afghanistan requires that the military mission works 24 hours a day, seven days a week, during the precious downtime enjoyed by the troops, the competition helps keep morale high, and the upcoming Ashes series is adding an extra element of excitement to the informal games.