Oh dear!
August 8th, 2009
If only we could start again! England had a terrible first session on day 1 of the 4th Ashes test at Headingly - 72 for 6 at lunch and 102 all out not long after lunch, England’s lowest total for 100 years in Ashes Tests on this ground.
It’s looking very unlikely England can now win this test match and a draw could be a big ask given our inability to bat for long periods when the pressure’s on. It’s looking very much like advantage Australia in this match and the series - remember Australia only need to draw the series to retain the Ashes - England needed to win either here or in the 5th test at The Oval. If I were a betting man I would be keeping my money in my pocket right about now!