Hauritz is the man!

Nathan Hauritz has officially arrived as a test cricketer. And even though he still has to prove himself against higher quality opposition, it can now be safely said that he is Australia's number one spinner at the moment.

Today, Australia wrapped up a 3-0 test series victory over Pakistan in Hobart, with the in-form Shane Watson being named player of the series for his 346 runs and five wickets. But Hauritz can consider himself unlucky.

He took 18 wickets for the series, including two five-wicket hauls in the fourth innings of a match (when it mattered most). I have no argument with Watson being named man of the series, but Hauritz's effort with the ball this summer has proven that he can be relied upon. He's been able out-think batsmen by using variations in pace and spin and he now has the confidence to give his deliveries lots of flight, which is how spinners get wickets.

Hauritz has matured immensely in twelve months and will only improve with more overs. Well done Hauri.