Aussies dismissed for 214

Over in Brisbane, Michael Clarke saved hosts Australia from total collapse as they were dismissed for 214 on today’s opening day of the first Test against New Zealand.



Clarke was the last man out, bowled by part-timer Jesse Ryder, after batting for almost five hours to make 98.



Australia were reduced to 23 for three by seamer Tim Southee at the start of play and the youngster finished with four for 63.



New Zealand survived five overs from Brett Lee and Stuart Clark to reach seven without loss in reply at the close.