Javed Miandad, who is a consultant with the Pakistan team, speaks to the players during a training session, Lahore, December 8, 2010© AFP
Dark clouds and wet covers do not present an encouraging sight ahead of the first one-dayer, Hambantota, December 8, 2010© AFP
Peter Siddle laughs after nearly being bowled by Graeme Swann, Australia v England, 2nd Test, Adelaide, 5th day, December 7, 2010© Getty Images