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/ 20 May 2008

Australia play down Warne return

Cricket Australia has played down reports that retired leg-spinner Shane Warne could return to international cricket for next year’s Ashes tour of England. The former leading Test wicket-taker, who quit the international arena after Australia’s 5-0 victory over England in early 2007, was quoted in local media as saying he would consider returning for the next Ashes series.

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/ 8 May 2008

We’re still the best, says Australia’s Clarke

Australian batsman Michael Clarke has scoffed at suggestions his team’s mantle as the world’s top cricketing nation is under threat after the retirement of players ranked among the all-time greats. Opponents have been hoping that the loss of players such as Shane Warne, Glenn McGrath and Adam Gilchrist will spell the end of Australia’s long dominance.