The Toss (quick post)

Just a quick post  three hours prior to the first ball. I meant to say that Ricky Ponting reckons the the toss is unnecessary. Australia want to bat first and England want to bowl first, so let's see. I'm just heading for a full English breakfast to make sure Ive got enough stamina to get through the day...

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