Darren Lehmann has said he may consider stepping down from the Australian team to make way for Michael Clarke upon Ponting’s return for the 3rd test. Lehmann stated his belief that Clarke should play every test for the next 10 years. It is my belief, and I know others share it, that Lehmann should also play every test for the next 10 years, right there alongside little Clarkey. I would be mighty disappointed if Lehmann walks away from the game in this manner, taking with him the fantastic battle – that is so hot right now – in the Australian batting line up. In the Chennai Test Katich, Martyn and Lehmann should all be fighting to retain their Test spots. For Martyn and Lehmann it could be their entire test careers that are at stake. And Lehmann doesn’t even want to fight it out. Its disappointing.

Fantasy Cricket team: Drop Warne and have 8 batsmen