Michael Clarke’s real acceptance as Oz captain will come only with Ashes

Last Updated: Saturday, January 7, 2012, 12:50

Michael Clarke’s real acceptance as the Australian captain will be come only when he reclaims the Ashes, as he was once unwanted and unloved.

Australia hopes ghosts of Ashes past turning to vapour

Last Updated: Saturday, January 7, 2012, 08:45

Australia`s crushing second Test victory over India was cheered on Saturday by a triumphant local media who saw the ghosts of last year`s Ashes humiliation vanishing under the leadership of captain Michael Clarke.

Aus media raise a toast for Clarke, bemoans Sachin missing ton

Last Updated: Friday, January 6, 2012, 21:39

The Australian media on Friday heaped praise on captain Michael Clarke for leading from the front to inflict an innings defeat on India in the second Test here while bemoaning Sachin Tendulkar missing his 100th international ton at the historic SCG.

Taylor praises Clarke for putting team`s interest ahead

Last Updated: Thursday, January 5, 2012, 13:40

Former Australia skipper Mark Taylor heaped praise on current captain Michael Clarke for putting the team`s interest ahead of his personal ambition by deciding not to chase the world record individual score in the second cricket Test against India.

Marathon man Michael Clarke targets victory and respect

Last Updated: Wednesday, January 4, 2012, 15:26

Australia captain Michael Clarke is naturally hoping his biggest ever Test score will set up a second Test victory over India but he would also like it to garner him a little more respect.

Clarke waits for ton by Ponting not Tendulkar at SCG

Last Updated: Monday, January 2, 2012, 11:08

The spotlight is firmly on Indian batting icon Sachin Tendulkar as he chases an elusive 100th international century but Australian captain Michael Clarke said he won`t be surprised if Ricky Ponting is the one walking away with a ton during the second Test.

Don`t see why Sachin won`t get to 100th ton at SCG: Curator

Last Updated: Monday, January 2, 2012, 10:11

Sachin Tendulkar`s wait for his elusive 100th international century is likely to come to an end during the second Test against Australia, says the curator of the Sydney Cricket Ground`s pitch Tom Parker.

Australia unchanged for second India Test

Last Updated: Monday, January 2, 2012, 09:21

Australia captain Michael Clarke is looking for more of the same from his team after naming an unchanged line-up to that which beat India by 122 runs in Melbourne last week for the second Test.

I love the aggression of my pacers: Michael Clarke

Last Updated: Monday, January 2, 2012, 00:14

Michael Clarke wants his pacers to remain ruthless and bounce the visitors again.

I am mentally prepared for Test debut: Rohit Sharma

Last Updated: Monday, January 2, 2012, 00:13

Rohit Sharma says he is mentally prepared to make his Test debut against Australia.

SCG curator promises fair pitch for 2nd Ind-Aus Test

Last Updated: Sunday, January 1, 2012, 12:07

The curator of the Sydney Cricket Ground`s pitch has promised a "fair" track for the second Test between India and Australia, saying that conditions will decide whether the track assists pace or spin.

Michael Hussey is a bit nervous ahead of SCG Test

Last Updated: Sunday, January 1, 2012, 10:40

Michael Hussey is a bit "nervous" ahead of the second Test as he has a feeling that Indian batting line-up would click in unison in the match starting on Tuesday.