India in Australia: Michael Clarke Retires With Back Trouble in First Test
Australia captain Michael Clarke, who has a history of back trouble, was on 60 when he called for the trainer after twisting while at the crease on Day 1 of the first Test vs India.
Australia skipper Michael Clarke was forced to retire hurt with back trouble on the opening day of the first Adelaide Test against India on Tuesday. (Day 1 Blog)
Clarke, who has a history of back trouble, was on 60 when he called for the trainer after twisting while at the crease. (Warner Smashes Emotional Hundred)
He trudged disconsolately from the field after treatment and retired hurt, making way for Steve Smith. (Hughes Remembered Ahead of First Test)
Clarke had to pass a fitness test on recurring hamstring problems to play in Adelaide and his departure was a big blow to the Australians, who were well on top of the Indian bowlers.
At the time of his retirement, Clarke had put on 118 runs with David Warner, who had earlier raised his 10th Test century off just 106 balls.