Strauss warns against over-confidence
August 01, 2010 14:42:59 UK
Andrew Strauss is not getting carried away after England cruised to victory in the first npower Test at Trent Bridge today.
James Anderson's stunning 10-wicket match haul carried England to victory by 354 runs as Pakistan folded to 80 all out on the fourth day.
"I'm very satisfied with what we've done," the England captain told Sky Sports 1.
"It was not all our way, we had some tough times but we reacted well.
"Our bowling was first class but I'm very conscious it's only the first game.
"We're looking for consistency and one game doesn't make you consistent.
"It was a good team performance and we need to build on it in the next game."
Strauss gave special praise to Sussex wicketkeeper Matt Prior who made 102 not out yesterday to put England firmly in control.
He added: "Prior's 100 was an outstanding innings and any chance of Pakistan victory was taken away.
"There's a lot to be happy with."
Strauss also backed Eoin Morgan to prove his worth even more in the longer game after his first Test century on the opening day.
"His greatest strengths are his temperament and the way he can read the game," said Strauss.
"The key is always to get over the first hurdle and prove to yourself you can do it.
"I'm really excited about what he can bring."
England are now 1.071 to win the Test series outright, with Pakistan 1213.00 and the draw 9.00.
The second Test begins on Friday 6th August and England are fancied at 1.57 to win it, Pakistan can be backed at 6.00 while the draw is 3.75.
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