 He was by no means anxious for the post , but almost from the first match it was perfectly clear that he was in every way fitted for it . Of course the continuous success of his side made his duties far more pleasant and easy than those of some previous captains , but we feel quite sure that in a season of ill @-@ fortune he would have earned just as great a reputation . Blessed with a temper that nothing could ruffle , he was always master both of himself and his team whatever the position of the game . More than that his judgement in changing the bowling was rarely or never at fault . 
