The first time I saw Michael Vaughan was when, as a young Yorkshire pro, he did 12th man duty for England during a Headingley Test in the 90s. He had something about him.

He will never know what would have happened had Kevin Pietersen got his way and selected him for England’s Caribbean tour. But Michael Vaughan does know that his time is up now.

CRICKET: Ashes hero Vaughan to quit but Sky’s the limit for former England captain

CRICKET: Is it the end for Michael Vaughan?

Michael Vaughan and Steve Harmison will discover in the next 24 hours whether their chances of one final crack at the Ashes this summer are anything more than wishful thinking.

James Vaughan admits that next season will be a make or break year for his Toffees career.

Australia captain Ricky Ponting would not be surprised if England recall former skipper Michael Vaughan and paceman Steve Harmison for this summer’s Ashes.

Step aside Harmy, there is a new Geordie sheriff in town. One day Ravi Bopara consigns Michael Vaughan to history, the next Graham Onions makes it hard for another Ashes hero.

James Vaughan is still coming to terms with his change in fortunes after injury nearly ended his season.

Everton boss David Moyes has told James Vaughan he must be patient as he awaits his return to first-team action.