Posts tagged with ‘Ashes 2001’
It doesn’t matter who England pick for the Oval, the media will damn them for it either way. The players would either be past it (Key), not up to it (Bell, Bopara) or not ready (any debutant). Ramps, as the media’s choice, would remain untouchable regardless of how he actually performs.
The Ashes: The ballad of Mark Ramprakash
The last time England played Australia at Headingley, Mark Butcher played his career defining 173 not out to win the match in the 4th innings. Now, on the eve of the 4th Test, Butch has announced his retirement from 1st class cricket due to persistent knee injuries.
