Michael Clarke has capped arguably the most remarkable Test match in his long and successful career by bringing up a hundred in the same match in which the cricket world paid tribute to his 'little brother' Phillip Hughes. Those writing screenplays could scarcely have dreamt up such a script, as it is barely believable even in the often incredible pantheon, which is world sport. Clarke, 33, defying painful back spasms to bat again and only after a night of intense physiotherapy and painkilling injections, joined Steve Smith at the crease when play resumed on day two. He brought up a magnificent century at the Adelaide Oval after a second rain delay. His celebration was subdued at first, kissing the helmet and hugging Smith before allowing himself a small smile.
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Michael Clarke has scored his most emotional hundred, notching up the third century for Australia against India in the first test
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Clarke has been forced to retire hurt with a back injury on day one
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The 33-year-old underwent intense physio  and painkilling injections
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Clarke has been in considerable pain, grimacing with almost every shot
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Steve Smith followed in David Warner's footsteps to score a ton
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Smith had earlier dedicated his own majestic ton to fallen mate Hughes, pointing to the number 408 painted on the ground and then just moments later Clarke brought up @placeholder's 408th run, the crowd standing as one to applaud the significance of the score.