Ponting warns team against complacency Despite his team's 337-run drubbing of India, Ricky Ponting chose to err on the side of caution ahead of the second Test beginning at the SCG on Wednesday.
Indias task is cut out Far too docile and meek at the MCG, India allowed themselves to be shackled by the discipline and intelligence of Australia's three-pronged pace attack on a slowish surface.
Skipper stresses on staying positive
India capable of bouncing back: Kumble Indian skipper Anil Kumble said he was confident his team had what it took to bounce back after the crushing defeat in the first Test against Australia.
Bonds ICL move leaves Kiwi attack in tatters Express pace bowler Shane Bond is all set to join the Indian Cricket League, a development that has put New Zealand Cricket in a dilemma.
Skipper Anil Kumble (right) and Harbhajan Singh will have a big role to play in the second Test beginning on Wednesday at the Sydney Cricket Ground, if the pitch retains its traditional slow nature. AP
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