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24-Dec-2010 09:18:00 GMT
Australia v England, 4th Test, Melbourne

Ponting Looks Good for 4th Test After Net Session

Melbourne: Australia captain Ricky Ponting tested his broken finger in a one-hour batting session Friday and says he remains on track to take his place in the side for the fourth Ashes test against England beginning Sunday.

Ponting batted against a bowling machine in the indoor nets at the Melbourne Cricket Ground before heading outside to face some throw-downs from coach Tim Nielsen and also face some of the net bowlers.

He showed no signs of discomfort despite fracturing his left little finger while fielding in the slips during last week's win over England in the third test in Perth.

England hasn't won an Ashes series in Australia since 1986-87, but England batsman Kevin Pietersen said his side remains confident.


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