GarlicJam wrote:you are not seeing a lot then, Sussex
I cant confess to being an expert on the ground swell of Aussie public opinion, but the exposure I have had from the media in OZ during this series has been uniformly positive about Smith being captain. Only one article hinted at the previous ban, but in the most vague, indirect terms (said something like "he should be captain, but we know why he isnt"). Considering the scale and drama of his ban, and how strong opinions were, for him to lead the team in a major series without any kick back or any questions about it - well, for me its all bizarre.
But then, I found the whole initial reaction completely bizarre and OTT too, so maybe the scandal merchants found someone else to tear apart in the meantime.
Then again, you might tell me the government had a parliamentary session about it or what not..... maybe there remains a strong backlash about it in OZ, but it very much appears from further away its been forgotten.