England beat the Aussies for first time at Lords since 1934

It was a most enjoyable Test match; cricket where both teams played some interesting cricket.  To be fair to Australia, they were the  victim of some unfortunate decisions – but that, until new technology referral rules come in, is part of the game… or the rub of the green as the pundits told us endlessly.

The drought of wins against Australia at Lords since 1934 has ended, Freddie Flintoff pulled a 5 wicket haul (getting onto the boards at Lords both as a batsman for a Test 100 and for 5 wickets as a bowler) – a fitting end to his last test match at Lords.  On to Edgbaston.  England have done well there and 1-0 up is a happier position that 0-2 down.