I was so looking forward to this series, but within 3 days we seem to have more questions than answers. The wheels seem to be falling off just like its done over the previous 15years or so.
Despite the fact the Aussies scored nearly 400 in their 2nd innings i feel the bowling looks O.K. Their match total of 190+384= 574. That is well within reach over two innings. The downside is our batting, and the warning signs were there at the end of the one day series when they went through our top order in two consecutive matches.
Tresco and Straus played alright today but there always looked like they could be out at any moment.
Vaughan looks woeful at the moment. We need the captain to inspire more than ever in this series but he looks like he's about to sh*t himself when Mc Grath and Lee are bowling. Where is the Vaughan that rattled the Aussies on the last series down under?
Ian Bell. Oh dear, oh dear. He may be a fine talent but he looks like a fish out of water in this company at the moment. Thorpe retired from international cricket yesterday so who do they turn to?
Pietersen is the only one who has played their attack with any confidence and is the one big bonus from this test.
Flintoff, well will the real Freddie stand up. This stage was made for you and its time to show them that your reputation is worth all the hype.
So it looks like 0-1 score( rain depending) and plenty of mental scars to shake off if they are to avoid another series pasting.
. Not so sure about Monday
