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I just don't think England are going to come out on top of this series. Honestly, I'd love them to, it's just that there's a fragility to their team that's personified by Moeem Ali. Ali is a top notch spinner but he simply hasn't had the sort of tough preparation required to play a test at this level. Unfortunately, I can't see any other fit spinners who could replace him. Compare this with Australia who have a Nathan Lyon in red hot form and Murphy lurking in the wings. I'm loving the style of cricket England are playing but I'm not convinced they have the depth of players required to pull off a series win. I would be absolutely delighted to be proven wrong.
Honestly same as an Aussie. I'm surprised either team has done as well as they have in current conditions. Back when there was whispers of them offering Langer the coach job, I joked I might become a team England fan. But Mccullum is a better fit and just as easy for me to get behind as a leader. At the end of the day they're playing good cricket under him, although I think they need a couple more years to refine their approach before it can be relied on in a big 3 match. I was more skeptical about Stokes as test captain, but he's done well so far as well. Keep proving me wrong lads, love to see it.