Andrew Strauss is relishing the chance to renew his acquaintance with Morne Morkel in his 50th Test next week - despite Saturday’s failure against South Africa’s emerging pace spearhead.
England captain Michael Vaughan is unequivocal in his belief he will not only get through next week’s first Test against South Africa but the entire series.
Graeme Smith insists he has matured as a captain since he first led South Africa in England five years ago, when he made two double hundreds.
The ECB and PCA would like to make clear that they have held constructive and productive discussions over the past few weeks regarding England player contracts.
Notts bowler Darren Pattinson says that he would relish the chance to play for England after being named in the provisional 30-man squad for the ICC Champions Trophy.
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