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<blockquote data-quote="An Tarbh" data-source="post: 30405"><p>No arguments there, massive progress from England in the last few years with series wins in Pakistan and Sri Lanka, decent start to Vaughan's captaincy coming from 2-0 down to level the home series with South Africa, followed by further away wins in the West Indies and in South Africa coupled with the home series wins last Summer against the Windies and New Zealand. That would be well and truly cemented with a win in the Ashes, and even at its worst they won't lose the Ashes which is still a far cry from previous series against the Aussies. </p><p></p><p>A lot of the experts seem to be thinking that England will play for the draw, seems a foolish approach in my opinion, surely that would only play into the Aussie's hands. Bringing Collingwood in IF Jones is unfit would certainly send out the wrong message. </p><p></p><p>Also a lot of codology over injuries, surely both McGrath and Jones will play, they're equally as crucial to both teams chances of victory. Could be a bit of a psychological boost to the Aussies if McGrath does play as England haven't won when he's played.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="An Tarbh, post: 30405"] No arguments there, massive progress from England in the last few years with series wins in Pakistan and Sri Lanka, decent start to Vaughan's captaincy coming from 2-0 down to level the home series with South Africa, followed by further away wins in the West Indies and in South Africa coupled with the home series wins last Summer against the Windies and New Zealand. That would be well and truly cemented with a win in the Ashes, and even at its worst they won't lose the Ashes which is still a far cry from previous series against the Aussies. A lot of the experts seem to be thinking that England will play for the draw, seems a foolish approach in my opinion, surely that would only play into the Aussie's hands. Bringing Collingwood in IF Jones is unfit would certainly send out the wrong message. Also a lot of codology over injuries, surely both McGrath and Jones will play, they're equally as crucial to both teams chances of victory. Could be a bit of a psychological boost to the Aussies if McGrath does play as England haven't won when he's played. [/QUOTE]
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