India v England, 2005-06

England's preparations for the Test series against India was hit a further blow today when it was announced that Marcus Trescothick would be flying home for `personal' reasons.

An incisive spell of fast bowling from Munaf Patel paved the way for the Indian Board President's XI's eight-wicket victory over England

Andrew Flintoff says that he is pleased with his performance and the practice that England's fast bowlers achieved.