Criticism Enough

On reflection I didn't say enough about what was good about England (it won't take long!).

For me Ian Bell was great. If I had to compare him to an Aussie it would be Langer. Pure grit and determination. Waited for the right ball and played it well when it came. He has come along well and I think we can't drop him because of his focus. Jones did well too; he hung in there when it was most needed. Apart from that there aren't many good words.

Mahmood should have been picked over Giles and Monty should never have lost his place. Collingwood, whilst a great 1 day player, has no place in a test side - he has nothing to offer. England need to rethink and rediscover the style they had back here on the green tops....here's my 11:

1. Strauss
2. Cook
3. Bell
4. KP
5. Freddie
6. Jones
7. Mahmood
8. Anderson
9. Hoggard
10. Monty
11. Harmison

Roll on the return of MV & SJ...in the meantime you have to field the best side you have....and this is it.