Cricket

I agree, but that situation called from some ruthless captaincy. I hope he doesn't make the same mistake against the Aussies, because it's looking even more like a completely bizarre decision now.

I hope he does make the same 'mistake' against the Aussies.

I mean, what a twat. Ensuring the series is already won and giving the opposition absolutely not a fucking chance of levelling the series. Seems pretty ruthless to me.

The follow on could have given them a foot in the door, easier batting conditions, tired bowlers and a chance to skittle England's bats on a difficult day 4/5 pitch. Unlikely but not out of the question. Winning a series is about winning matches when you cannot lose them, and drawing matches when you might. Unless it's even stevens on the last test.