November 2010 - Australia

Ricky Ponting

Andrew Hughes / 19 November 2010 / Leave a comment

The consequences of losing the Ashes on home soil aren't something the skipper wants to think about so he'll have to be at his very best as both leader and batsman.......Read more »

Michael Clarke

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The vice-captain is under pressure for all manner of reasons but he's shone in Ashes series before and remains a class act......Read more »

Shane Watson

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The powerful all-rounder isn't everyone's cup of tea in Australia but Ricky Ponting is well aware of his importance to this team......Read more »

Mitchell Johnson

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Johnson could be the bowler England's batsmen will least like to face and he can score some handy runs too......Read more »

Simon Katich

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The resilient left-hander has been there and done it and won't want to end up on the losing side in what is likely to be his last Ashes series......Read more »

Brad Haddin

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Chief sledger and destructive batsman, wicket-keeper Brad Haddin is an important cog in this team....Read more »

Marcus North

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North's place in the side is under pressure before the Series has even started but he had a good Ashes series last time out......Read more »

Michael Hussey

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This vastly experienced cricketer will be expected to dig deep when Australia are under serious pressure....Read more »

Tim Nielsen

Andrew Hughes / 18 November 2010 / Leave a comment

Australia's low-profile coach will needs the team to get their tactics right, something he hasn't always done......Read more »

Steven Smith

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A young leg spinner born in Sydney - Steven Smith has the potential on both sides of the ball to make a very good #7...Read more »

Tim Paine

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The backup wicketkeeper rarely gets much of a mention but with Brad Haddin's injury cornerns - this kid might play more than expected....Read more »

Peter Siddle

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Peter Siddle is another member of the Australian attack who has yet to make the step-up to genuine World Class status....Read more »

Nathan Hauritz

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The spectre of Shane Warne still looms over Nathan Hauritz as he looks to establish himself as a World Class spin bowler....Read more »

Doug Bollinger

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Just one wicket away from 50 - Dougie will expect to be well on his way to 100 after The Ashes this winter...Read more »

Callum Ferguson

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He's yet to play for the Aussies in Test Cricket but it's only a matter of time for the young South Australian...Read more »

Ben Hilfenhaus

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The Tasmanian Quickie can swing both the old and the new ball and might be the key man for the Aussie pace attavk this winter....Read more »

Ryan Harris

Andrew Hughes / 17 November 2010 / Leave a comment

The man they call "Rhino" is unlikely to play from the start but could prove to be a good Plan B as the series progresses....Read more »