England had a look at Jimmy in the nets and that's why they called him up, |
England's cricketers could hardly get any decent cricket before the Ashes. Do you seriously think the Australians would plan and prepare for a home series like that? |
I have played a lot of cricket over the last 12 months and I feel that a rest would be beneficial for me at this stage of my career. I have toured regularly with England over the past ten years and this decision will also give me an opportunity to spend more time with my children. |
I honestly believe England have got the attack for all conditions now, |
I played against him last week and he's bowling like he used to. I think he's ready to tour again. |
I would like to play in a World Cup-winning side but they have to have back-up for the future and this winter is ideal for looking at other players. Duncan says he needs two players for every position and England have just about got that now. |
The only thing I've asked England for is communication and that's been good, |
We have to ask ourselves how serious we are about beating Australia, ... Everything in this English cricket series should centre on the main Test series. It doesn't. |
We were really up for it, ... The Australians normally come at us hard from day one. To get one up on them was nice. It's 1-0 to England but it's a long summer. |