I would just like to take this opportunity to celebrate the fact that Australia are once again in possession of the smallest, major sporting trophy in the world – the Ashes.

Although I’m not a major Shane Warne fan, I have to admit the guy is talented – and to win back the Ashes bowling out Monty Panesar – and gaining his 699th Test wicket in the process – well that’s just kind of cool.

Last year I put up with ribbing, mockery and general derision from all my English workmates, friends – and the homeless man sitting outside Sainsbury’s – because we lost the Ashes for the first time in 18 years (and kudos to England – they deserved the victory).  So to everyone who mocked, to everyone who called our team this year Dad’s Army (okay they’re on the old side – but they’ve still got it) – I’d just like to remind you that the Ashes are now back with their rightful owners ;)

Well we might have won the series – but there’s still two tests to go – and I’m not counting out England yet!  I’m really looking forward to the next two matches – and I just hope we get a couple of epic battles!  Aussie, Aussie, Aussie...


Pictured: Sweet Matt Hayden - my favourite...