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Originally Posted by firstlane
I don't think only Nielsen should be blamed for Australia's downgrade. Nor should Arthur be given all the credit for Australia's upward performance. Things are looking better again as Australia have started implementing Argus Review recommendations (inspired by England's Schofield Report) one by one. Arthur is just part of the big picture. Appointment of Pat Howard (former rugby player) as General Manager of Team Performance was as vital as of Arthur's among many other things.
(sorry for going a little off topic here but as I said before we, as a developing cricket nation could learn a lot from England and Australia's experience)

http://www.espncricinfo.com/australi...ry/528331.html
http://www.espncricinfo.com/australi...ry/546528.html
http://www.espncricinfo.com/australi...ry/536310.html
http://www.espncricinfo.com/magazine...ry/550498.html
http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/cric...nd/6689243.stm

Just by appointing a good head coach we might see glimpses of success here and there but to enjoy a consistent success over a long period we need to do much more.

Thats why i said one of the reasons. The guys way too soft. Despite having such world class specialist coaches working under him he could never get the best out of his players. Under Mickey Arthur the players look more driven and have more confidence. Big difference in Australia under Geoff Marsh, Buchanan, Arthur and Nielsen.