Watson is not everybody's cup of tea, that probably applies even among Australian fans - and possibly within his own dressing room. But there is no point denying his quality as a cricketer, a genuine Test all-rounder. His morning onslaught with the bat was an innings few others could have played and he followed it up with the wicket of Michael Carberry, trapped lbw via his suffocating stump-to-stump medium pace. He is also the best slip fielder on either side and his running between the wickets is, at least, always good for a laugh... Click here for our full Watson feature.
Another idiot abroad: football manager
If you're an England fan and have managed to read this far down the page then you deserve something to raise spirits. David Lloyd has enjoyed a varied career over the years; professional cricketer, umpire, England coach, TV commentator... But his latest incarnation as a football manager for the England media's Ashes clash with their Australian counterparts is arguably his toughest assignment yet, particularly with Nasser signed up as his assistant. Tune in on Christmas Day to watch the full feature.
