07-09-2023, 03:02 PM
(07-09-2023, 02:57 PM)Malcolm Tucker Wrote:(07-09-2023, 02:45 PM)SuperBob2002 Wrote: Some redemption to what has been a poor series so far. 2-1 down is probably a fair reflection. 3-0 would have been harsh on us as we have had some good periods of play. However, we now need to turn our attention to the next Test. I'd be inclined to keep the same side that started this Test, fitness dependant (Robinson appears to be a doubt? If so I'd being in Tongue over Anderson, controversially). I would give serious thought to dropping Bairstow and bringing in Foakes. I believe Johnny's form with the gloves is now impacting his batting - his confidence is shot.
He was phenomenal last summer and is a fantastic batsman, but I feel a short break will do him good.
Crawley wouldn't be anywhere near the side but we all know he's got a spot for life as long as Rob Key is involved in the set up.
You’re gutted we’ve won that, aren’t you?
I'm delighted we've won. Why wouldn't I be? But I'm not so short sighted to ignore the fact it's a 5 game series and that we need to improve in order to fight back and win the Ashes.

