This is why we love Freddie so much. Embroiled in a “row” over Fredalogate following comments from Michael Vaughan, we were all waiting to hear what Fred had to say about it all. Stoic as ever, Fred shrugged it all off. After meeting Vaughan for lunch, Fred’s outlook on the whole issue was, for want of a better expression, “Am I bovvered?”. The answer, was ‘no’.

“We’ve known each other for a long time,” he added. “There is a lot of history there, and something like this, which is a storm in a teacup, isn’t going to affect that. I’ve …read more

Tomorrow heralds a new shift in cricketing focus – finally we’re back on track with cricketing news that people are interested in – that is, England name their squad for the Ashes. Injuries aside, the big question that will be answered – which Andrew (assuming Monty actually doesn’t get the nod), that is Flintoff or Strauss, will lead England in Australia this winter?
My choice would be Strauss, but I have a feeling it will be Flintoff. Use the poll to the right to have your opinion heard.

Michael Vaughan will miss the Ashes. In fact, I’d be surprised if we see him in a set of whites again. Apparently, further knee surgery has revealed even more problems. It’s OK though, because Freddie will lead the side in Australia. (Except he’s injured now). That’s OK though, we have plenty of other bowlers, like Simon Jones and Ashley Giles. (Oh. Wait.).
The sad thing about the injury situation is that it gives England supporters a rock solid excuse for losing any cricket in the near future, not to mention the Ashes, hiding behind a veil of not being able …read more