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I really do not think that Australia were 'pathetic' (to quote Mr. Boycott), but its true that the Australian batsmen showed a lack of application over the course of the test match. They caved in to the English bowlers very easily and were not able to post good strong partnerships which led to their downfall.
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Exactly and that is why he put it up in a word and called it pathetic.
A team well renowned like Aus shd be able to hold forte against any quality opposition,of course neednt win all the time,but a fight is a minimum requisite.
I really do not think that Australia were 'pathetic' (to quote Mr. Boycott), but its true that the Australian batsmen showed a lack of application over the course of the test match. They caved in to the English bowlers very easily and were not able to post good strong partnerships which led to their downfall.
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Exactly and that is why he put it up in a word and called it pathetic.
A team well renowned like Aus shd be able to hold forte against any quality opposition,of course neednt win all the time,but a fight is a minimum requisite.