On rare cricketing victories

Liz is savouring the presence of the phrase 'England thrash Australia' on the Guardian homepage...it'll probably be a while before that appears again.

On being pragmatic at momentous sporting moments missed

Liz was - of course - on the tube when England reclaimed the Ashes. However, missing a glorious victory is hugely preferable to witnessing a crushing defeat.

On God's ability to intervene in the Ashes

Liz reckons it's in God's best interests to ensure the test match gets wrapped up before church tonight.