KP rocks!

From Martin Keats, United Kingdom
Having watched England captains since Colin Cowdrey, I have to say that in KP I have seen something really different! I too was doubting the wisdom of KP for England captain. I was however very impressed with his "man management". The way he encouraged individual players and gave a little personal acknowledgment to players for "good effort" was certainly one thing that I have not seen in an England team.

Take for instance the after Tea session where the Sky commentary team were calling for Harmison and Anderson to be brought straight on to knock over 9, 10 and jack. After Monty finished his half over he gave the ball to Stuart Broad. 'Broady' had bowled well during the day but just lacks a little in confidence. With KP talking to him and encouraging and calming he took two wickets.

Having tried Harmison and Anderson to knock over the last man, only to be met with stubborn resistance and steady if not spectacular scoring from the last pair who seemed capable of leaving the ball and staying put against the pace, KP brought back Monty and talked him into the well flighted ball that completely foxed Ntini. Rock on KP!