I like Ponting. The way his has taken the abuse over the years with - generally - good grace makes him a pretty strong individual in my view.I think when the Oval (?) crowd gave him that standing ovation in 2009 was an amazing moment and showed that whilst we (England) abuse him, we realise that he is an absolute class act.
There is an Ashes thread in the Sports Arena section too.I'm predicting a 2-2, so we retain the Ashes. Oh, and especially for Mr Cooper - Not bothering with Perth, but I'll be there for all the rest!