
Michael Clarke formed an impressive stand with Ricky Ponting, Australia v England, Commonwealth Bank Series, 1st Match, Melbourne, January 12, 2007© Getty Images

Monty Panesar celebrates removing Adam Gilchrist for his first ODI wicket, Australia v England, Commonwealth Bank Series, 1st Match, Melbourne, January 12, 2007© Getty Images

Matthew Hayden pulls the ball during Australia's rapid start, Australia v England, Commonwealth Bank Series, 1st Match, Melbourne, January 12, 2007© Getty Images