Are the BBC finally recognising cricket fans?

Earlier (Thursday) I switched on the TV and checked out the cricket. To my surprise, I saw that there was a 'BBC SPORT channel' on Freeview channel 301 (and 302). The match build-up was shown, with England's captain Michael Vaughan and his opposite number, Graeme Smith of the RSA being interviewed. The forced politeness was quite funny, especially from Smith.

Clearly, the first day's play promises much for the series as a whole. The South African team are definitely up for it, but seemed a little rusty on the first day. England played well and clawed back some considerable ground, especially after the mini-collapse in the post-lunch period. This series could be very good indeed.

Here is the link for the archive match (from the BBC!)

At last - the Beeb finally recognise that cricket fans are entitled to some recognition and respect. Any possibility of there being a full-time Sport channel on digital? With perhaps, some more cricket?

One can only ask...