Altercation between Clarke and Katich after Sydney Test!
Posted: Fri Feb 06, 2009 7:50 amhttp://www.cricket.com.au/default.aspx? ... y&id=15328
Cricket Australia has responded to reports today of a change-room altercation between Michael Clarke and Simon Katich following this year’s 3 Mobile Test at the SCG.
CEO James Sutherland said that while he was aware of the altercation, he believed that the players had put it behind them.
“To be honest I’m not too concerned,” he said.
“These sorts of incidents happen from time to time even in the happiest of families and I’m comforted by the fact that both players have moved on and I’m very confident they’ll be looking forward to touring together in South Africa.”
Sutherland also praised Clarke’s abilities as a captain as he prepares for another stint filling in for Ricky Ponting during the Commonwealth Bank Series against New Zealand.
“He (Clarke) has clearly been identified as someone who has leadership potential as vice-captain and when Ricky’s away, he’ll step in and fill the breach,” Sutherland said.
“I know he’s very much looking forward to the game today at the MCG and I think there was some nice symbolism about the Allan Border Medal with Ricky and Michael sharing that.”
“They’ve both had fantastic seasons and were recognised by their peers and other judges as the best two Australian players of the year and I’m really looking forward to seeing how Michael continues on his good form, but also steps up as a leader.”
And while supportive of players who choose to play in the Indian Premier League, Sutherland said that he also supports Clarke’s decision to pull out of the much publicised player auction to take place today.
“Look I think decisions like that are really up to the individual. I’m not specifically aware of what considerations Michael has taken into account when making that decision but I certainly support that decision."
"He’s clearly focussed on his Australian ambitions and I think from the point of view of Australian Cricket that’s a good thing.”
Cricket Australia has responded to reports today of a change-room altercation between Michael Clarke and Simon Katich following this year’s 3 Mobile Test at the SCG.
CEO James Sutherland said that while he was aware of the altercation, he believed that the players had put it behind them.
“To be honest I’m not too concerned,” he said.
“These sorts of incidents happen from time to time even in the happiest of families and I’m comforted by the fact that both players have moved on and I’m very confident they’ll be looking forward to touring together in South Africa.”
Sutherland also praised Clarke’s abilities as a captain as he prepares for another stint filling in for Ricky Ponting during the Commonwealth Bank Series against New Zealand.
“He (Clarke) has clearly been identified as someone who has leadership potential as vice-captain and when Ricky’s away, he’ll step in and fill the breach,” Sutherland said.
“I know he’s very much looking forward to the game today at the MCG and I think there was some nice symbolism about the Allan Border Medal with Ricky and Michael sharing that.”
“They’ve both had fantastic seasons and were recognised by their peers and other judges as the best two Australian players of the year and I’m really looking forward to seeing how Michael continues on his good form, but also steps up as a leader.”
And while supportive of players who choose to play in the Indian Premier League, Sutherland said that he also supports Clarke’s decision to pull out of the much publicised player auction to take place today.
“Look I think decisions like that are really up to the individual. I’m not specifically aware of what considerations Michael has taken into account when making that decision but I certainly support that decision."
"He’s clearly focussed on his Australian ambitions and I think from the point of view of Australian Cricket that’s a good thing.”
