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201995 min15documentary

7.1/ 10(17 ratings)• TMDB

The Edge

201995 min15documentary

7.1/ 10(17 ratings)• TMDB

The England Test cricket team rose from last place to world number one in the International Cricket Council rankings between 2009 and 2013.

“No England cricket team rose higher... and fell harder”

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The England Test cricket team rose from last place to world number one in the International Cricket Council rankings between 2009 and 2013.

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Barney Douglasdirector

Gabriel Clarke

Gabriel Clarkewriter

Barney Douglaswriter

Toby Jones

Alastair Cookcast

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Alastair Cook and Stuart Broad recount the England Test cricket team's ascent from the lowest ranking to world number one between 2009 and 2013. Significant events include the 2010-11 Ashes victory in Australia and the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy win. The documentary includes player interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, capturing the team's camaraderie and the challenges they faced during this successful period.

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