But the decisive contribution was lacking .
When it became clear that Monty Panesar 's left - arm spin needed no back - up , Patel 's early - tour status as one of England 's most assured players of spin no longer counted for much .
But the decisive contribution was lacking , and when it became clear that Monty Panesar 's left - arm spin needed no back - up , Patel 's early - tour status as one of England 's most assured players of spin no longer counted for much .