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Former Socceroos boss turned Spurs manager Ange Postecoglou reveals his love for cricket - while watching Australia dominate England in second Ashes Test at Lord's on day three

Incoming Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has revealed his passion for cricket - as he watched his fellow Aussies dominate England in the second Ashes Test at Lord's on day three.

Postecoglou, 57, stated 'nothing beats the G' - a reference to the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground - before detailing how his enthusiasm for the sport dates back to his childhood.

'I'm a big fan, I loved it growing up,' he said.

'I have many great memories from playing in the front and backyard, I love the game.

'I grew up in the era of [Dennis] Lillee, [Jeff] Thomson, [Rod] Marsh and [Allan] Border.