First and foremost I am a cricket lover, secondly an England fan and I can appreciate genius when I see it.
I would like to salute Ricky Ponting as a cricketer, as a captain and as a family man (Watched him on the outfield at Headingley playing with his daughter).
He might skipper the "Old Enemy" but he is a superb cricketer who deserves to carry on leading his team.
I want to apologise for those idiots who Booed him over here - trust me far more were applauding him.
Top man Top cricketer - Very Best Wishes