Matthew Hayden has seen enough of the Indian attack this summer to know its strengths and weaknesses well. Making full use of his superlative form, Hayden provided the Australian innings with the impetus it needed. Harbhajan Singh, the spinner who has tormented the Australians all series was made to look pedestrian as Hayden used his feet well against the slower bowler. Coming down the track with regularity, Hayden was unafraid to take the aerial route and clear the infield. This tactic paid rich dividends.