The Barmy Army in full cry in Melbourne, Australia vs England, fourth Test, MCG, December 28, 2017© Getty Images
Curator Evan Flint (left) inspects the pitch at Newlands, India v South Africa, Cape Town, January 2, 2018© ESPNcricinfo Ltd/Sidharth Monga
Joe Root has carried a heavy burden as a defeated England captain, England practice session, Sydney, January 2, 2017© Getty Images