Clarke bounces back with Test century

Michael Clarke celebrates his century. (Getty)

Michael Clarke overcame a week of drama to score an emotion charged century on day one of the First Test against New Zealand in Wellington.

New ball: Johnson to bowl at first-change in Test

Scorecard: New Zealand v Australia, First Test

Bangladesh row: Pietersen defends sledging

Ricky Ponting and Michael Clarke. (Getty - file)

Ponting says Clarke ready to fire

Australian captain Ricky Ponting says Michael Clarke feels like a great weight has been taken off his shoulders.

Head-to-head: Ponting v Clarke

Pace attack: Arnel in line for NZ Test debut

Shield final: Qld still trailing at tea

Langer backs North to hold his spot

Justin Langer says he would be "amazed" if all-rounder Steve Smith was handed a Test debut.

Pakistan board: Banned players can appeal

Shield final: Tendulkar guides Mumbai to victory

George called up to Test squad

South Australia's Peter George has been called into the Test squad as cover for Ryan Harris.

Kiwi batsman: Taylor welcomes Clarke back

Michael Clarke finally breaks silence

Michael Clarke has broken his silence following his broken engagement, saying he can understand the public interest.

Fitness concerns: Kent pull out of Clark move

IPL action: Chennai too good for Kolkota

First Test: Swann spins England to victory

Clarke drama just another day: Nielsen

Australia coach Tim Nielsen says Michael Clarke's personal leave will have no major effect on the squad.

IPL action: Sehwag blitzes Warne's Royals

Pakistan trouble: Team boss 'ordered sanctions'

First Test: Siddique, Rahim delay England victory

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