London, Aug. 3 -- Former England captain Nasser Hussain said that the UK would need "tough cricketers" during the upcoming away from home Ashes series against Australia, noting that how a series against the arch-rivals in Aussie land is not only a battle with the opposing team, but with the public and media over there as well.

England is leading in the ongoing series against India at home by 2-1, and could draw or win the series depending on whether they chase down the 374 set by India in the fifth Test at The Oval.

Speaking on Sky Sports Cricket ahead of day four's play at The Oval, Nasser said, "I do think you need tough cricketers though and I mean people that will stand up out there because when you go out there you are not taking o...