I suspect that I may be in a tiny minority, but the Ashes series between England and Australia has started brilliantly. It's hard to recall a test match with so many changes of fortune, and it isn't over yet.

It's also a great example of the beauty and sophistication of the five day game, with so much undue emphasis nowadays on the short forms like one day and 20/20.

"Chess on grass" in the memorable phrase.

I just wish it was on terrestrial TV.