Many have pointed to the laziness of the Australian team, yet everyone seems too scared to come out and blame the captain. Ponting's last 3 predecessors constantly pushed their men to work harder, be more determined and hone their skills. Their drive rubbed off on their men. Yet Ponting sits back and lets his men play as hard as they want. Steve Waugh was not unpopular as captain, but he spoke of how lonely the job was. Waugh took a leadership role and he imbued his side with grit and determination. Ponting is still too concerned about trying to be one of the boys. He isn't prepared to make the mature sacrifices required of a leader. The legacies of Border, Taylor and Waugh's hard work ethic have finally worn off and we are left with cocky and complacent boys who think their talent alone will get them home.