Ashes 2013: 5th Test, Day 3 - Flops of the day

3. James Faulkner (0/29 in 12 overs)

James Faulkner of Australia bowls during day three of the 5th Investec Ashes Test match between England and Australia at the Kia Oval on August 23, 2013 in London, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

He seems to have forgotten that he is the fourth seamer in the side, providing reasonable support to seniors Harris and Siddle along with Starc. But Faulkner has been guilty of straying from his line at times – all the four Englishmen dispatched him to the fence at least once during their innings.

He bowled too full at times, and even his short deliveries on middle were put away – Cook’s pull easily being the shot of the day. As long as he re-works his bowling strategy quickly, he will be able to be a little more consistent.