Ponting and Katich defy England bowlers

Australia captain Ricky Ponting and opener Simon Katich scored unbeaten centuries during a second wicket partnership of 189 on the second day of the first Ashes Test against England on Thursday.

At the close, Australia had reached 249 for one in reply to England's 435 all out with Ponting on 100 and Katich on 104.

In Image: Ricky Ponting of Australia celebrates his century.

Text: Reuters

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