Do you agree with how Blues writer Jordan Cross saw it in the dress rehearsal for the Championship curtain-raiser at Oxford United?

13. Marlon Pack 6
Composed in typical fashion across second-half sub's outing. Photo: Simon Roe

14. Zak Swanson 6
Looks to be behind Jordan Williams in right-back battle for opener as he kept things steady and sturdy when introduced. | Alex Shute

15. Florian Bianchini 7
Added energy and looked spritely when on for second-half debut. Offered impetus which went down well with home,nearly nabbed debut winner and then provided assist for Waddingham. | Portsmouth FC

16. Mark Kosznovszky 6
First glimpse of new boy as Hungarian was given a warm reception when coming on and schemed around at the front end of midfield. | Portsmouth FC

