Gary Ballance , Ian Bell and Joe Root are forming a strong middle order . The England batting line-up is as good as it has been for some time - Alastair Cook at No. 8 with Ben Stokes, James Anderson and Moeen Ali in the lower order. England exile Kevin Pietersen will be 35 on June 27 .
Gary Ballance , Ian Bell and Joe Root are forming a strong middle order . Ballance shone at No 3 for England against West Indies . England exile Kevin Pietersen will be 35 on June 27 .