At last! Proteas tops in all cricketing formats.

Originally posted by AussieG
Well, that is interesting.. to hear that those outside of this country still think that Australia is still a formidable team. I don't see it that way.. and the general feel is that there is no "aura" about our team any more - fair enough too. The biggest thing that we have is a strong competitive spirit.. very much like the South Africans. So whether you're ...[text shortened]... ill always force teams to bring their best game to win - can't ask for much more than that!

No, you definitely have no formidable team any more, but that 'never give up attitude' or fighting spirit as you put it, is always there and it does count for a lot.
There are still very talented players in your current squad - they're just not 'great' like the guys you lost.