Altercation between Clarke and Katich after Sydney Test!

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http://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.”

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That article doesn't say very much, but it is believed that Katich had Clarke against the wall by the throat.

To be honest, they reported it on the Today show and i thought there wasn't much in it. Good to see a bit of aggression shown by the boys, hopefully they can take it on the field.

[Psyber]

Sounds like they are mature grown up gentlemen, with good impulse control, not...

[ubeauty]

Go the Kat!!!!.....

[Well run]

The Kat has gone up tenfold in my books
1, His missus is Amy Zing...
2, Someone has to get hold of clarke and tell him to grow some balls. The bloke has fallen head over heals for Mrs Bingle!!!!!

[Lightning McQueen]

It would be nice to their partners going at it.

[rod_rooster]

Sounds like they are mature grown up gentlemen, with good impulse control, not...

Sounds like you are standing in judgement of people with no actual factual evidence to base it on

[blink]

Nothing wrong with this. Good to see that both of them are big enough to put it behind them.

[am Bays]

[Q.]

Clarke is so pussy-whipped

And what's the fascination with Bingle? She looks like she's had her head squashed in a vice.

[Iron Fist]

Clarke is so pussy-whipped

And what's the fascination with Bingle? She looks like she's had her head squashed in a vice.

she is hot but there are definately better sheilas out there!!!

[hearts on fire]

Clarke is so pussy-whipped

And what's the fascination with Bingle? She looks like she's had her head squashed in a vice.

she is hot but there are definately better sheilas out there!!!

well said, she reminds of a rabbit with her rabbit teeth.......

but none the less, she is still fine china.

[Drop Bear]

Yeah go the Kat!
I've never been much of a Clarke fan.

PS: You can't tell me any of you blokes would not back a chance to have a Bingle!

[hearts on fire]

I've never been much of a Clarke fan.

me either, comes across as bit of a tosser and he talks like a bogan

[Q.]

PS: You can't tell me any of you blokes would not back a chance to have a Bingle!

Well, I'd drink Crown Lagers too if only VB's were on offer.

Overrated.

[Lightning McQueen]

PS: You can't tell me any of you blokes would not back a chance to have a Bingle!

No, I'm married and she's not one of my free passes.

[Drop Bear]

Poofs

[Dogwatcher]

Who cares?????

[Lightning McQueen]

Poofs

Tubby would probably get upset.

[RoosterMarty]

I've never been much of a Clarke fan.

me either, comes across as bit of a tosser and he talks like a bogan

Would you rather he speak in a posh accent?