Jack Leach admits to studying 'very impressive' Nathan Lyon ahead of Ashes... and England spinner believes Ben Stokes' return improves his chances of being picked in team for first Test against Australia next week Jack Leach has vowed to also rely on his own strengths ahead of the Ashes The England spinner hopes the availability of two seamers improves his chances Ben Stokes and Chris Woakes both provide decent options as all-rounders Leach also praised Australia's Nathan Lyon - the pair were involved in a famous run-out opportunity in the third Test back in the 2019 series
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The performances of the 'very impressive' Nathan Lyon have formed part of Jack Leach's preparation for the upcoming Ashes series.
But the left-arm orthodox spinner, speaking after the second day of England's warm-up match against England Lions in Brisbane was washed out, has vowed to rely on his own strengths if selected to take on Australia as his side prepares for the first Test at the Gabba.
'For years I've watched Nathan Lyon and he's very impressive,' Leach told reporters on Wednesday from the Queensland capital.
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