The ghost of 2005 hangs over the Ashes series between England and Australia. The media and fans keep recalling the ‘greatest ever series’ and draw parallels with today. There are some interesting parallels. Australia’s premier strike bowler (Brett Lee) was injured on the eve of the first Test just like Glen McGrath was on the [...]

Update: Ok, so I feel a bit daft. But as heroic as Collingwood, Swann and Anderson were in particular (well done, Monty) it just highlights the ineptitude of the team performance. Why did Anderson face more balls in in match than Cook or Bopara? I’m angry at the England cricket team. I can accept, however [...]