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Australia declare on 450-5

Australia take the decision to declare at 450-5 on day two of a rain-affected first Test against Sri Lanka in Hobart.

Australia have decided to declare on 450-5 and put Sri Lanka in to bat on a rain-affected second day of the first Test in Hobart.

Michael Clarke is caught out for 74 against Sri Lanka on December 15, 2012© AP Photos

Michael Clarke was the only casualty of the morning session as Australia added 65 runs to their overnight total of 199-4 before an early lunch was called.

Play was delayed by more than an hour as the afternoon session got off to a late start due to heavy showers.

Once the match resumed Michael Hussey brought up his century with a disciplined display after Angelo Matthews dropped a strong catching chance.

Matthew Wade provided diligent support, reaching 68 off 135 balls before skipper Clarke decided to bring the innings to an abrupt end in an effort to force a result.

The hosts declared with 450 runs safely on the board after Hussey delivered a huge six to bring up a personal tally of 115 not out.

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Michael Clarke is caught out for 74 against Sri Lanka on December 15, 2012
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