Michael Clarke earns even more respect for his courage despite adversity

Cappo consoling his bowler:

Quote:[size=1.35em]Clarke received a rousing applause from the Adelaide crowd as he strode to the crease with Steve Smith as Australia resumed at 6 for 354.[/size]

[size=1.35em]He supported Smith as the 25-year-old reached a fifth Test century and then appeared to be flying towards his own ton before a second rain delay halted him on 98.[/size]

[size=1.35em]Then finally when play resumed mid afternoon after a long delay Clarke reached one of his more memorable centuries from 127 balls.[/size]

[size=1.35em]As he raised his bat there was no scream of delight from Clarke.[/size]

[size=1.35em]He kissed his helmet, acknowledged the crowd and appeared to take a moment to reflect upon what he had just achieved.[/size]

[size=1.35em]The emotion on his face was apparent after fighting back from the physical pain of injury and the emotional strain of a difficult couple of weeks.[/size]

[size=1.35em]Smith spoke in awe of his captain at the close of play.[/size]
[size=1.35em]"He has done amazing over the last couple of weeks; it has been tough for all of us but he spent the whole time by Hughesy's family's side," Smith said.[/size]
[size=1.35em]"Just the strength and courage he has shown through those times was unbelievable.[/size]
[size=1.35em]"He must be mentally drained ... but the way he played speaks the world of that guy.[/size]
[size=1.35em]"He came out here and tried to do something for Hughesy."[/size]

[size=1.35em]He would fall for 128 shortly before the day's play was ended for bad light, but his work had already been done.[/size]

Why de hell should he declare on 408 - to please you or "immortalise" some shyte.

[quote author=TRINIDADDY link=topic=94485.msg604189#msg604189 date=1418266219]
[size=10pt]Oh, didn't know about the 408; thanks.[/size]
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you are welcome.

That extra 517 - 408= 109 runs will be a non factor in the result.

At least Pup got a personal Century to add to his stats 

[quote author=boquiesse link=topic=94485.msg604136#msg604136 date=1418251409]
Why you ah worry bout Oz. [size=10pt]Worry bout India.[/size]
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why should I worry about India ?  :-\

Clarify ....thx

[quote author=ketchim link=topic=94485.msg604301#msg604301 date=1418309535]
I could punch him out right now for that overnight declaration  >
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Another overnight declaration coming ........ ;D

[quote author=ketchim link=topic=94485.msg604308#msg604308 date=1418310757]
Yes, I am : BUT that was NOT cricket.

That was selfish !

he shouldda immortalise the 408  Cap.

See why I dont like him as a person ??

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Check the match thread and my comments on the first day.  However, things changed the 2nd day with the weather etc.

Lots of tributes and acknowledgements to Hughesy along the way from AUS players rightfully so and the 408 total was acknowledged by both players and spectators ...... but the bigger picture is to win the game which will be an even bigger tribute to Hughesy than declaring on 408 and possibly losing.

Don't ya think so??

I agree with u Cal, even though the "408" is very symbolic to declare then would've been a very foolish decision

Ketchim is a moron plain and simple!

Okay , I will give him a chance at redemption :

Declare on a Lead of 408  8)


currently at 363 : just 45 runs more on day 5

Sorry Smiffy you will have to be left not out


[quote author=Calypso link=topic=94485.msg604567#msg604567 date=1418387578]
Another overnight declaration coming ........ ;D
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[quote author=Calypso link=topic=94485.msg604568#msg604568 date=1418388027]
declaring on 408 and possibly losing.

Don't ya think so??
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Unless you scared of your own shadow , which I know Pup is not ..

even if India had a lead of 444 - 408= 36 runs , it mattered not .

BUT here comes a 2nd innings 408 Lead DECLARATION