Australia crush woeful Windies
Australia cruised to another comfortable ODI win over a West Indies side that looked increasingly out of their depth.
The hosts now lead 2-0 following an eight-wicket win in Adelaide with three matches remaining.
Set a paltry 171 for victory, Australia cantered to victory in the 27th over with captain Ricky Ponting (57 not out off 55 balls) and his deputy Michael Clarke (27 not out off 28) leading the side home. Read more
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