The argument will be on whether, given what has happened, he should play at The Oval next week. That in part would be determined by England's attitude to the match now that the Ashes are won and it is a dead game. Some might say there is a chance to look at fresh faces, but the most natural replacement, Graham Onions, has broken a finger and is out of action. What is more likely is that England will want to finish the series on a top note, to try and make it 4-0, and maintain the high ground for when they go to Australia for the return bout in a few months time.
Anderson is said to be fit, firing and not a little deprived. Time enough for rest after the series. He should play.