Can't recall being as pessimistic about an England Test series since the 94-95 Ashes. Notwithstanding, SA's over-emphasised reputation as chokers, they look better than us in every department. Could be quite chastening, really, given that the past two series against the Saffers were as emblematic as any of how good England briefly became earlier in this decade (the 2-2 five years ago was one of the great under-rated series).