Probably being generous there.JP at #8
I know it's because of the night watchman but that's probably where he'd bat for England
Nah, the 2nd and 3rd test win In India were much bigger surprises as was the some of the trashings in the Ashes this year. Have not checked but I would assume that England were bigger prices with the bookies then as well.This is going to be the best, most unexpected England win for 3 years at least. Also the first away win in the first match of a series for 11 years
Was thinking this morning when I got up this would be one of the best and most satisfying wins away from home in a long time. India tour, Cook's Ashes, Nassers tours to pakistan and Sri Lanka and as far back as the Sabina Park win under Gooch are the only ones that come close to this. Beating the number 1 side in the rankings so comfortably when they had the best bowling and batting conditions as well is a real huge effort.This is going to be the best, most unexpected England win for 3 years at least. Also the first away win in the first match of a series for 11 years
I'm thinking of Mumbai 2012 there.
Steyn out. Should he even have batted?
Some comeback from the guy sent home from a tour as he was such a mess. Hope this is the start of something big from him.steven finn, another triumph of the English fast bowling coaching setup
After all the moaning about the West Indies getting the boxing day tests, at least cricket Australia proved they were thinking ahead by giving Pakistan not the saffers the prestigious tests in 2016.England favourites for mine even pre-series. England are looking a very dangerous Test side lately, and SA are looking very mediocre outside a couple of great players.
***** likes thisIndian pitches to blame for this aswell?