Article: I've got to get this monkey off my back...; MARK TAYLOR.(Sport)

Mark Taylor, Australia's tormented skipper, WILL play in the First Test.

He ended speculation that he would drop himself for Edgbaston next week after his horrific batting form.

But last night he made it clear he plans to open the batting.

He said: "I think I've got to play there. I'd like to have done it on form alone.

"I know I've still got to get that monkey off my back.

"I know I've got to get a big score in these build-up games."

But Taylor will need the support ...

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