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Sledging has always been a part of Australian cricket, and has become a part of the international game, but there is a fine line between intimidating a batsman with the intent put him of his game and simple boorish behaviour.

The final test in the Ashes series in England came to an exciting climax, thanks to Australian captain Michael Clarke’s sporting declaration. Clarke declared Australia’s second innings at 111 for 6 wickets leaving England 227 to win. They ended up