 McGrath's four wickets put Australia on course for victory |
Glenn McGrath said he was happy to be making headlines for the right reasons after playing a starring role against West Indies on Sunday. McGrath's four wickets in Jamaica spurred Australia to an eight-wicket win in the second one-dayer.
It was a tonic for the remorseful fast bowler, who found himself at the centre of a sledging storm that marred West Indies' historic victory in the fourth Test.
McGrath's outburst at century-maker Ramnaresh Sarwan in Antigua brought widespread condemnation from the international cricket fraternity.
"This has been a tough week, and one I'd rather forget," McGrath said after Australia secured a two-nil lead in the seven-match series.
"It was a learning experience, but I am glad to be back in the news for something good."
Australia have won 19 consecutive one-day internationals and their last nine one-day meetings with West Indies.
"This is something I imagine (our opponents) think about more than us, but obviously we would like to continue the winning streak a bit longer," said Aussie skipper Ricky Ponting.
West Indies captain Brian Lara pledged an improved batting performance in the third match after his side were bowled out for just 163.
"We will keep searching for the right opening combination," he said.
"I can promise that there will be an improvement in the next game in St Lucia."
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