Iconic England all-rounder Ian Botham claims England's lack of preparation for the Ashes shows "arrogance" ahead of the five-test series which starts November 21 in Perth.

Despite most modern touring Test teams adopting a similar approach of playing a lone single three-day warm-up before the first Test, Botham expressed scepticism over England's chances, with no scheduled matches against state teams before the Ashes opener.

Touring teams of yesteryear would take on a number of Sheffield Shield teams before the first Test. But with such a stacked cricket calendar filled with all forms of cricket, the team's management, like most in the modern day, have opted for a streamlined preparation. Advertisement

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