The Ashes 2013: 1st Test, Day 4 - Five players to watch out for

2. Shane Watson

Shane Watson

Shane Watson was promoted back to open the innings by Darren Lehmann but he had a disastrous first outing. He looked like a bundle of nerves facing upto the likes of James Anderson and Steven Finn. He casually ventured a few shots outside the off stump, and was nowhere near as compact as a Test match opener should be against quality swing bowling.

He must have seen replays of himself after going back into the dressing room, and must have felt embarrassed by a few shots he played. He will have to play a crucial role in the Australian run-chase, especially if England pile up more than 75 runs on the morning of Day 4. He will have to give himself some time before he can start dispatching the loose deliveries.