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Is Australia being brilliant or India just downright woeful?

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Australia have turned full circle from their humiliating loss to New Zealand and sealed the Border-Gavaskar trophy, three nil, by shellacking India within three days at the WACA. Having last summer lost the Ashes, the new-look Australian side has made a great impression lately. But is it Australia being brilliant or India being downright woeful that has lead to such a gaping abyss separating the sides?

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No one can question Clarke's desire to see Australia win

Clarke celebrates his century
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If Clarke's leadership does not waver, he will certainly become one of Australia's greatest captains ever. His 'put the team first' attitude has already drawn praise, and while some of his press room comments may seem somewhat scripted to gain public popularity, no one can question his desire to see Australia win. While he may not be Australia's best batsman, toughest cricketer or most charismatic individual, he certainly has drive and a passion to give his new role his all and so far you cannot fault his efforts.

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There is far more room for improvement

There has been plenty of ranting and raving about the rejuvenated Australian bowling attack. A firing Peter Siddle and new found length inspired by bowling coach, Craig McDermott are being praised for recent wins. Despite all this, I still have my doubts about the strength and form of the Aussie quicks.

A Peter Siddle short ball is upper-cut for six by Sachin Tendulkar

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The big bash league so far

So far I've enjoyed the exploits of the BBL. Hopefully it remains entertaining without it's Australian stars.

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What justification is there in calls for Hussey to go?

Talk of Michael Hussey being dropped are now rife following a less than impressive showing against New Zealand. The end of Hussey's career however, seems far away to me. Hussey was Australia's stand out performer in last summers Ashes, dominated in the Indian Premier League and not to mention his superb tour of Sri Lanka.

I see no reason why Hussey cannot get back in his groove and continue to be one of Australia's best for the remainder of the summer, if not well into next year.

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Prodigy Patterson

Kurtis Patterson, now the youngest player to have scored a Sheffield Shield hundred, has been touted as future star. As with many young players who perform well, the praise is high, but can the young man step up and prove himself to be as good as people want him to be?

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The prelude to another golden era

Pat Cummins bowls Jaques Kallis

Calls for players to be dropped are not unusual. What is less often looked at, is suitable replacements. The likes of Phillip Hughes, Ricky Ponting, Brad Haddin and Mitchell Johnson are under the most pressure in Australia's current side. Its not as easy as many think to select appropriate players who may replace them.

Despite the recent hardships faced by the Australian side, I would argue that the talent in waiting is fantastic. A great combination of raw youth and enthusiasm and experienced, seasoned, hard-working cricketers. They say the darkest part of the night is just before the dawn. So too I hope, the Australian cricket side's lowest of lows will only be the prelude to another golden era. The upcoming test series against New Zealand looks the ideal time to give these youngsters a crack at the big time. If only I were in charge of the team...

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More: Six in the drink, off for a drink.

More: Six in the drink, off for a drink.: The 'Wild Thing' John Daly has done it again, more speculation and controversy has been cast over his already shady persona. This time he has walked off mid-round in the Australian Open after having a horrible lead up to the now infamous 11th hole. The rot started when the ironically ranked 666 John Daly drove into a bunker on the 10th and hit the wrong ball out of the bunker. This would incur a two-stroke penalty sending him 7 over in the round approaching the 11th. What would take place next is staggering. To read more click here.

Rugby Union: The Hangover 3.

Rugby Union: The Hangover 3.: Problematic All Blacks winger Zac Guildford has finally hit rock bottom.While on holidays in the Cook Islands it would be an understatement to say he enjoyed himself. With an erratic burst that has easily given the plot, script and possibly a new character to the Hangover director Todd Phillips. To read more click here.