Scott Styris cuts powerfully, Surrey v Middlesex, The Oval, September 21, 2005© Getty Images
Contrasting scenes: The Oval a little over a week ago, as England drew with Australia to regain the Ashes, September 12, 2005. And, nine days later, the scene is starkly different for Surrey's game against Middlesex, September 21, 2005© Getty Images
Ed Joyce stands tall as he pulls to the leg side, Surrey v Middlesex, The Oval, September 21, 2005© Getty Images