England’s lamentable performances in the Ashes mean that Australia have reclaimed the Urn - and now the inquests can begin.
There is no doubt that England have been dreadful so far in this series and with two Tests remaining they face a battle to restore their pride.
Already there have been calls for changes to the set-up with calls for the captain and senior players to fall on their swords.
But do you think the root problem lies with the management? And should it be the management who pay the price?
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