England appear the more settled despite continuing absence of Ben Stokes

• Australia’s coach Darren Lehmann appeals for unity
• The XI who take the field will be very motivated, says Jonny BairstowThe phoney war is close to concluding and, thankfully, the Ashes are almost upon us, with both squads in Brisbane. England are weary after a tough day in the field at Townsville on Saturday, being bullied by cricketers they knew little of a fortnight ago, while the Australia coach Darren Lehmann spent Sunday responding to criticism – from fans and form