As we know, there's a spot up for grabs but I thought it would go to a middle order player, leaving Root to figure out his game at the top of the order. I have absolutely no objection to selecting Carberry though, he's an excellent fielder and it would take the pressure off Root.
Nick Compton...
After a damp squip of a draw in their opening match England make Australia A grovel on the first day. England 318-0 (Cook 154*, Carberry 153*)
Great for Cook to play himself back into nick. His record outside of England is far better than his record in England.
Did anyone watch it? Sky were...