Australia news: Ricky Ponting steps down as captain | Australia Cricket News | ESPN Cricinfo

Australia news: Ricky Ponting steps down as captain | Australia Cricket News | ESPN Cricinfo: "Ricky Ponting has stepped down as Australia's captain in Tests and ODIs following their quarter-final exit from the World Cup but will be available for selection as a batsman in both formats. Ponting made the announcement at the SCG on Tuesday, and backed Michael Clarke to take over the leadership of the team."