For the record, the Aussies haven’t lost a match in their last 12 outings. The Kochi win was their 22nd victory in last 25 one-dayers versus India.
Ponting announced his return pretty obtrusively. “The Indians are actually not what they’re looking to be. We know them well, and it’s just that they’re trying to be a bit aggressive to match-up to the situation. These are pressure-games no doubt, but they also need to back it up with performances,” he said.