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Lehman dumped as Australia arrive home
Yesterday Cricket Australia suprisingly announced the dumping of veteran batsman Darren Lehman from both the test and one day squad ahead of the Australia Vs New Zealand one day international in melbourne played today.
Selector Trevor Hohns announced the dropping of the former test star to the Australian "A" team effective immediately due to what Hohns put down as "a view to the future". Lehmans spot is to be taken by up and coming queensland allrounder James Hopes.
The match between the trans tasman rivals had a historic feel to it as both don the kits worn back in the 70's. A sell out crowd filled the MCG with anticipation and excitement. A flat rather lifeless wicket was prepared by groundstaff and upon winning the toss, New Zealand captain Stephen Flemming decided to have a bat in a bid to make a sizeable total on a ground noted for being difficult to bat on last.
Teams for todays play at Melbourne
Australia
M. Hayden
A. Gilchrist (vc) (wk)
R. Ponting (c)
D. Martyn
A. Symonds
M. Clarke
J. Hopes
B. Hogg
B. Lee
J. Gillespie
G. McGrath
New Zealand
N. Astle
S. Flemming (c)
H. Marshall
S. Styris
C. McMillan
J. Oram
C. Cairns (vc)
C. Harris
B. McCullum (wk)
I. Butler
D. Tuffey
Below - A dejected Darren Lehman at the press conference yesterday
Yesterday Cricket Australia suprisingly announced the dumping of veteran batsman Darren Lehman from both the test and one day squad ahead of the Australia Vs New Zealand one day international in melbourne played today.
Selector Trevor Hohns announced the dropping of the former test star to the Australian "A" team effective immediately due to what Hohns put down as "a view to the future". Lehmans spot is to be taken by up and coming queensland allrounder James Hopes.
The match between the trans tasman rivals had a historic feel to it as both don the kits worn back in the 70's. A sell out crowd filled the MCG with anticipation and excitement. A flat rather lifeless wicket was prepared by groundstaff and upon winning the toss, New Zealand captain Stephen Flemming decided to have a bat in a bid to make a sizeable total on a ground noted for being difficult to bat on last.
Teams for todays play at Melbourne
Australia
M. Hayden
A. Gilchrist (vc) (wk)
R. Ponting (c)
D. Martyn
A. Symonds
M. Clarke
J. Hopes
B. Hogg
B. Lee
J. Gillespie
G. McGrath
New Zealand
N. Astle
S. Flemming (c)
H. Marshall
S. Styris
C. McMillan
J. Oram
C. Cairns (vc)
C. Harris
B. McCullum (wk)
I. Butler
D. Tuffey
Below - A dejected Darren Lehman at the press conference yesterday
Match Update - Symonds bowls Australia to strong position
A memorable bowling display from star allrounder Andrew Symonds has put Australia in a very strong position as New Zealand were bowled out for 145 infront of a sell out crowd in Melbourne. Best bowling figures from Symonds (6/15 from 6.2 overs) helped Australia restrict the visitors, who took command early on thanks to N. Astle (20) and S. Flemming (30). The only other noted contribution from the batsmen was the top score from Scott Styris (36). But it was Symonds who stole the limelight on a day devoted to the retro kits worn in the 1970's. The talented allrounder claimed the final 6 wickets of the day as Australia will be set 146 for victory on a wicket not favouring the batsmen or the bowlers.
Below - Images from the ODI between Australia and New Zealand
- Flemming attacks Hogg early on.
- Styris shows some class as he sweeps his way to a high score of 36
- Gilchrist shows some handy glovework as he dismisses McMillan off the bowling of Symonds
A memorable bowling display from star allrounder Andrew Symonds has put Australia in a very strong position as New Zealand were bowled out for 145 infront of a sell out crowd in Melbourne. Best bowling figures from Symonds (6/15 from 6.2 overs) helped Australia restrict the visitors, who took command early on thanks to N. Astle (20) and S. Flemming (30). The only other noted contribution from the batsmen was the top score from Scott Styris (36). But it was Symonds who stole the limelight on a day devoted to the retro kits worn in the 1970's. The talented allrounder claimed the final 6 wickets of the day as Australia will be set 146 for victory on a wicket not favouring the batsmen or the bowlers.
Below - Images from the ODI between Australia and New Zealand
- Flemming attacks Hogg early on.
- Styris shows some class as he sweeps his way to a high score of 36
- Gilchrist shows some handy glovework as he dismisses McMillan off the bowling of Symonds
Innings Analysis - Ian Healy and Mark Taylor
Healy - Welcome to the post innings show here from Melbourne. Today we have seen one of the best performances in the one day arena with the ball as Andrew Symonds took complete control of the match through his bowling spell of 6/15 off 6.2 overs. Mark have you seen a display quite like that?
Taylor - I have seen some very good performances with the ball over my time in one day cricket. However this was something very exceptional. I dont think anybody saw it coming, most viewers would have expected Hogg to grab wickets with his spin but Symonds just proved he is one of the best allrounders in one day cricket.
Healy - Very much so. So mark did you enjoy the old fashioned clothing?
Taylor - Haha yes isnt it great out there. I have heard that Cricket Australia will look to replay matches against some of its opponents in the one day competition by using some old kits. One that springs to mind will be the colombo match vs Sri Lanka. I have heard reports claiming australia will use the 1996 world cup kit. It should be great to watch.
Healy - That would be great. Well thats it from here. Back to the action.
Below - Images from Andrew Symonds wonderful spell of bowling
- Symonds bowls Chris Harris
- Buttler is trapped infront
- Symonds celebrates his 6th wicket, an amazing feat from a "part-timer"
Healy - Welcome to the post innings show here from Melbourne. Today we have seen one of the best performances in the one day arena with the ball as Andrew Symonds took complete control of the match through his bowling spell of 6/15 off 6.2 overs. Mark have you seen a display quite like that?
Taylor - I have seen some very good performances with the ball over my time in one day cricket. However this was something very exceptional. I dont think anybody saw it coming, most viewers would have expected Hogg to grab wickets with his spin but Symonds just proved he is one of the best allrounders in one day cricket.
Healy - Very much so. So mark did you enjoy the old fashioned clothing?
Taylor - Haha yes isnt it great out there. I have heard that Cricket Australia will look to replay matches against some of its opponents in the one day competition by using some old kits. One that springs to mind will be the colombo match vs Sri Lanka. I have heard reports claiming australia will use the 1996 world cup kit. It should be great to watch.
Healy - That would be great. Well thats it from here. Back to the action.
Below - Images from Andrew Symonds wonderful spell of bowling
- Symonds bowls Chris Harris
- Buttler is trapped infront
- Symonds celebrates his 6th wicket, an amazing feat from a "part-timer"
The Champ
International Coach
6-15 amazing dream spell
Australia cruise to 5 wicket win
World Champions Australia cruised to a 5 wicket victory over New Zealand in the One Day International in Melbourne today. Needing only 146 off the back of a Andrew Symonds haul of 6/15, Australia needed only 32.1 overs to eclipse their rivals target.
The Australian innings got off to a slow and cautious start after a good spell of fast bowling from veteran Chris Cairns 2/21 as he claimed openers Hayden (1) and Gilchrist (11), both trapped in front LBW as australia slumped to 2/14. Damien Martyn (24) showed signs of his form returning before also being trapped infront, this time by Butler who was replacing Daniel Vettori after the left armer injured himself several weeks ago.
It was captain Ricky Ponting and eventual man of the match Symonds that guided Australia to the victory, Ponting smashing a brutal 54 while symonds chipped in with 34*. On the last hurdle, with only 20 runs left to chase, Ponting was out caught in the deep, his dismissal quickly followed by Clarke (2) which gave James Hopes a taste of international cricket. Which he accepted with style, remaining unbeaten on 9.
The premeture conclusion to the game clearly stamped Australias authority over its competition in the one day arena and leaves australia in good stead for the much anticipated match against india in eden gardens.
Below - Images from australias innings 5/146
- Matthew Hayden continues his form slump
- Martyn attempts to hit himself into some form
- Captain Ponting slaps a huge six over fine leg
World Champions Australia cruised to a 5 wicket victory over New Zealand in the One Day International in Melbourne today. Needing only 146 off the back of a Andrew Symonds haul of 6/15, Australia needed only 32.1 overs to eclipse their rivals target.
The Australian innings got off to a slow and cautious start after a good spell of fast bowling from veteran Chris Cairns 2/21 as he claimed openers Hayden (1) and Gilchrist (11), both trapped in front LBW as australia slumped to 2/14. Damien Martyn (24) showed signs of his form returning before also being trapped infront, this time by Butler who was replacing Daniel Vettori after the left armer injured himself several weeks ago.
It was captain Ricky Ponting and eventual man of the match Symonds that guided Australia to the victory, Ponting smashing a brutal 54 while symonds chipped in with 34*. On the last hurdle, with only 20 runs left to chase, Ponting was out caught in the deep, his dismissal quickly followed by Clarke (2) which gave James Hopes a taste of international cricket. Which he accepted with style, remaining unbeaten on 9.
The premeture conclusion to the game clearly stamped Australias authority over its competition in the one day arena and leaves australia in good stead for the much anticipated match against india in eden gardens.
Below - Images from australias innings 5/146
- Matthew Hayden continues his form slump
- Martyn attempts to hit himself into some form
- Captain Ponting slaps a huge six over fine leg
The Champ
International Coach
Yes he is really playing well buddy
yeh he is just playing some great cricket. his innings in zimbabwe was just power and he just has a knack of picking up wickets. he is on top of the wicket list with 11 at the moment. he is providing some real stability for me. the top order may have to change soon though. not performing at all
Thread Updates
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Updates from threads going on around our stories section. thanks again to these writers for their constant postings. keep up the good work guys
Half century from Nathan Astle lifts New Zealand to 2/165 in the 5th and final test Vs West Indies in Barbados
West Indies home series vs New Zealand - The Champ
Sri Lanka 5/235 (S. Jayasuria 48) defeat India 10/192 (Z. Kahn 56*) by 43 runs in 3rd ODI at Bangalore. 4th one day international set to start soon. Check it out!
India series - vs Sri Lanka and New Zealand
South Africa 8/283 (A. Bacher 119, M. Hoggard 4/54) in total command over England 4/68 (20.0 overs) in the 7th ODI from Centurian
England international season - M Vaughn
India 9/315 (S. Ganguly 104, R. Dravid 68) in a strong position over South Africa 2/35 off 5 overs in 3rd ODI from Newlands
South Africa ODI Series - Featuring India and the West Indies
m_vaughan
Chairman of Selectors
Well played Australia. Disappointed to see Hayden not perform yet again, but I'll sure he'll do well against India.
Also I think you deserve some reps (like Mr. Champ) for providing the updates of other matches!!
Also I think you deserve some reps (like Mr. Champ) for providing the updates of other matches!!
The Champ
International Coach
I think Mwaugh and jazz are really doing a great job Siddharth, they really are
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