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Australia skipper Paine ends 13-year century drought

Sydney: Australian Test skipper Tim Paine has ended a 13-year drought, scoring his first century since 2006 on his return to domestic Sheffield Shield cricket after a gruelling Ashes series in England.

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The Tasmanian last reached three figures as a 21-year-old when he scored his maiden first-class ton — also against Western Australia.

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Paine’s innings ended on 121 in Perth on Saturday when he mis-hit a pull shot off WA quick Jhye Richardson and was caught at mid-wicket.

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His timely knock coincided with Australian coach Justin Langer praising Paine’s work in charge of the national team.

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