Matthew Hayden Quotes

This game is something Australians really look forward to.

One-day cricket is a very important part of our play. We’ve got a long way to go until the next World Cup and for us it’s one ruthless game after another where we can play well.

It’s a very special venue and a very special occasion.

It’s a fun day, a day which kicks off the start of our tour, it’s got great tradition – Australian cricketers just love tradition – and it’s been a really pleasant day.

Everything this series is being built up to be – I think it’s going to live up to those expectations.

Both sides have been playing tremendous cricket over a couple of years and they’re both very good units.