Do you agree with how Blues writer Jordan Cross rates the performances of John Mousinho’s squad, as he pause for the international break?
13. Hayden Matthews 5
Been restricted to scraps of involvement with more senior central defenders preferred and performing. Start against Reading was below-par but better days lie ahead for classy Aussie prospect. Photo: Simon Roe
14. Luke Le Roux 6
Played catch-up with fitness but South African has shown he will be an asset this season with his hard graft and defensive instincts in the middle of the park. Expect Le Roux to fly under the radar, but be of value to Mousinho this term. Photo: Simon Roe
15. Ibane Bowat 5
Looking forward again after injury hell, but having to be patient so far. Was clearly finding his feet in only start against Reading and will be interesting what happens over the second half of the season if minutes continue to elude Bowat. Photo: Simon Roe
16. Mark Kosznovszky - 5
Looked short of the level so far as he adjusts to the demands of the Championship after £1m signing - but still dealing with a small body of work. Has been used out of position at times, but showed clear signs of living with the intensity required against Middlesbrough last time out. Photo: Graham Hunt