Ashton Agar is back in his preferred discipline as he runs up from the Pavilion End to try and dent English hope’s further. However, Pietersen and Cook are holding firm as they consolidate after tea. The crowd are still in good spirits as the travelling Aussies let the English support know who is on top. england are on 34-2 and are halfway to wiping off the defecit.

Hat-trick ball was averted by Kevin Pietersen but England are still up against it with their backs against the wall. With tea only just gone on the second day, 22 wickets have fallen and England find themselves on 22-2 still trailing by 43.

Starc gas got 2 from 2 as Trott is LBW on review despite their seeming to be a small inside edge. England go to tea on 11-2, trailing by 54 and with Australia fully on the front foot. England will come back after tea looking to rescue the match and Starc will be on a hat-trick!

We will be seeing no more shots like these in this first test at Trent Bridge as Root is adjudged to have got a faint nick on a delivery down the leg side which was caught by Haddin. Mitchell Starc was the bowler and England find themselves 11-1 still trailing by 54.

Joe Root and captain Alastair Cook have gone about their business slowly but the most important stat is that they are both still there five overs in. The crowd aren’t as loud as when Agar and Hughes were providing their heroics but there are still more than three days left and England will be happy to play the waiting game.

Phil Tufnell (BBC TMS)
“I’ve never wanted to see an Australian get a hundred but I was willing him on there. A great effort, amazing scenes. For sure it’s changed the momentum of the game but it shows the wicket is pretty flat.”
http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cricket/23261769

Michael Vaughan via Twitter
“Never ever thought I would say I am disappointed a Aussie got out but I really wanted Ashton Agar to get a 100… #Ashes”
@MichaelVaughan

Jonathan Agnew via Twitter
“What an advert for test cricket this match is. Drama, emotion, heartbreak….just brilliant. Reckon England now need to score at least 300″
@Aggerscricket

Just after Ashton Agar cemented himself as the highest test scoring number 11 of all time at the tender age of 19 it seemed as though his reign upon the crease was never going to come to an end.

Yet low and behold the tireless and relentless pressure compiled on top of the wonder-kid seemed to do the trick for England as Stuart Broad’s unending skill with the ball saw Agar swipe it cleanly down the throat of Graeme Swann on the midwicket boundary.

Despite his sudden demise it looks as though Agar will be a key feature of the travelling squad who should not be left in the dark.

In Notts we love a bargain, here at Experience Nottinghamshire we’ve got together with our fab local businesses to offer you some of the best hospitality around. So while you’re here don’t miss these special offers!

Discounts for your food and drinks

The Corner House are offering a variety of good deals, including any pizza board and a bottle of beer for £10 when you show your Ashes ticket at Rocket @ Saltwater. If you like a flutter, you can buy two pints of Fosters for £5 and receive a free £10 match play bet at Genting Casino.

Curry lovers will be in heaven in Notts. MemSaab has a special 10% discount on food valid everyday through the Ashes. It’s important to book in advance so make sure to check the details. Another top Indian restaurant, The Cumin, would like to offer you 15% discount on your total food bill. To get a discount please quote Experience Nottinghamshire Ashes offers.
More traditional fare is available at The Larder on Goosegate which has a tempting 20% discount for the food bill from the a la carte menu 10-12 July. The Living Room would like you to enjoy 25% off when dining during the Ashes. It’s a special offer only for the duration of the games.
Homemade would like to prepare lunch for you including sandwiches, salad, sausage rolls or veggie pastries, brownies, cream tea for two with handmade jam, clotted cream and fresh strawberries. As the name suggests, it’s lovely stuff, all packed and ready to go.

Attractions that you don’t want to miss

When you’re in Notts you can’t miss City of Caves. Discover a hidden world beneath your feet underneath the streets of Nottingham. City of Caves offers you 20% off actor led daytime tours when you show your Ashes entry ticket. Their partner attraction, the Galleries of Justice Museum is offering 20% off actor led daytime tours when you show your Ashes entry ticket. This is an entertaining dungeon experience full of intrigue.

Fancy having Robin Hood show you around the city? Ezekial Bone Tours of Nottingham can do just that. 20% off Bespoke Robin Hood Town and/or Sherwood Forest Tours for Group Bookings on Saturday 13th July, usually £10, now only £8 when showing an Ashes ticket.

Nottingham Castle is a historic site at the heart of the Robin Hood legend and starting point for the English Civil War and now it’s offering 2 for 1 entry to its grounds for those who show their Ashes tickets.
Pass your free time in between the matches

Cricketers are famed for wearing whites and the owners of Stick and Ribbon boutique have a special 20% discount on anything white in the shop. The offer lasts until the last day of the games at this independent ladies fashion boutique.

To celebrate The Ashes, Castle Rock Brewery are treating their customers by offering a FREE ticket for one trip on their special Ashes bus. Starting at The Vat & Fiddle (their brewery tap) near Nottingham Train Station, they will drop you off at the Poppy & Pint in West Bridgford before a final stop at the Stratford Haven which is just up the road from Trent Bridge cricket ground. After the match they’ll take you back again!

All three pubs will be serving breakfast and BBQs as well as a range of Castle Rock real ales! Hop in enjoy the ride, enjoy your pint and enjoy the Ashes.

Fancy a good laugh? The Glee Club Nottingham’s premier Comedy Club keeps it within the cricket theme and on 12th and 13th July reduces tickets down to £6.00 per person.

All the offers are valid during the Ashes games. For further details please visit the full list of special offers.