Harmison flashed another catch behind, Mitch Claydon was lbw to Sajid Mahmood, who then took a simple catch at mid-off to put the seal on a miserable effort from Durham 20 minutes before lunch on day three.

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Giteau landed the extras from wide out to put the seal on a polished individual performance.

BBC: England 14-28 Australia

Bell and Panesar combined to run out Yuvraj for 45 off 39 balls when Zaheer sent him back and Panesar then bowled the tail-ender comprehensively before Anderson cleaned up Patel to put the seal on a highly impressive victory.

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But the Wallabies held their nerve and a late try from Will Genia put the seal on a solid opening to their campaign.

BBC: Australia 30-13 South Africa

Wilson then broke clear to send the prolific Murphy over for his fourth try to put the seal on victory and set up a meeting with Wigan, who beat Bradford 30-14 in their play-off tie on Friday.

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