9 Jan 2000: Controversial fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar of Pakistan arrives at The Gabba Cricket ground amongst a chaotic press presence after the International Cricket Council overturned their decision to ban him indefinately from cricket for an illegal throwing action before the Carlton and United one day international against Australia at The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia.© Getty Images
Australian players sit under the shade of a tree at the Allan Border Fields, Brisbane, January 8, 2000© Getty Images
08 Jan 2000: Brothers Shane (left) and Brett Lee of Australia prepare for bowling practice, during training at the Allan Border Field, Brisbane, Australia.© Getty Images