Toby Tarrant is used to talking for a living - but can he talk around people who don't understand cricket like the Daily Star's features ed Meg? View 6 Images He don't like cricket, Toby Tarrant loves it (Image: PUBLICITY PICTURE)

The moment has almost arrived. From Birmingham to Brisbane, cricket fans all over the world are preparing for the ultimate grudge match, as the Ashes 2025 reignites one of the great sporting rivalries. ‌

But are you ready to step up to the crease for the first match this Friday? Or are you – like cricket numpty MEG JORSH – just a little bit confused? ‌

Luckily, Radio X host Toby Tarrant – the Daily Star’s very own Mr Sledge – is available to help. Here, as our Ashes Week continues, he gets to grips with a few burning questions... ‌

Q: What is

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