I have to wonder why they persist with the trash talk? It's actually a bit embarrassing and the England team seem a bit bemused by it all, it just makes the bogans look very childish.
As for opening old wounds? As Cook pointed out 4 of the last 5 series have been australian defeats.
All out for 60 wasn't that long ago either.
I think if England don't lose their their way and keep pushing when those inevitable spells of pressure come from australia they might get something out of the series. I think the fact we bat deep is going to influence the result.
I'm hoping for a series draw and we retain the ashes.
And Nathan Lyon never plays another test.