ENGLAND cricket star Alastair Cook is back in the country after his Ashes heroics.

Essex batsman Cook, who broke records and was named the Man of the Series in England’s historic 3-1 Ashes win in Australia, talks about his exploits in this exclusive video interview.

In the footage, courtesy of the Essex TV website at www.essexcricket.org, Cook reflects on his success in Australia and his new-found hero status.

Cook, who played for Maldon Cricket Club as a youngster, also discusses his plans in 2011 for club and country.