The recent Sydney test has really raised interest, with Michael Clarke scoring a memorable 329. He likes batting against the Indians, scoring 151 on debut against them in 2004. IThere are signs of an Australian resurgence, as veteran batsman Ricky Ponting registered his fortieth century with a classy 150 and Michael Hussey hitting magical 3 figures which can strengthen the Aussies batting stock in the coming year.
Jacques Kallis made a statement with a test best 224 against the Sri Lankans in Durban. He now sits on 41 test tons, second place behind Sachin Tendulkar in the all time centurions list. It’s testament to the greater skills on show, and imaginative strokeplay the modern day batsman bring to bare with each innings.
On the bowling front, James Pattinson has taken 25 wickets at 18.12 in just 4 tests during the summer. He’s scored a few runs also. Pat Cummins is out with a heel injury. Australia’s real weakness in recent times, has been a lack of penetrative bowling attack. It will be interesting to monitor the make up of Australia’s bowling attack with next year’s Ashes beckoning.
