Ashes Preparations begin

England's preparation for the Ashes begin with a warm-up match against the Prime Minister's XI in Canberra on Thursday. Andrew Flintoff and co are 5/6 to win, while opener Marcus Trescothick is 7/2 to be the visitors top runscorer.Odds at Ladbrokes.comPrime Minister's XI vs EnglandPrime Minister's XI 1.83 England 1.83 Australia vs England - 1st Test OddsAustralia 1.50 England 5.00 Draw 4.00