Ponting paid tribute to John Buchanan, who took over as coach after Australia's 1999 World Cup triumph and retires after this one.

BBC: Ponting expects continued success

Glenn deserved to end his career with another Cup final win, as did our coach John Buchanan - both have worked tremendously hard throughout their careers.

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He has previous IPL experience as assistant coach at Kolkata Knight Riders under John Buchanan for two seasons, before a change of backroom staff following disappointing performances.

BBC: Glamorgan confirm Matthew Mott as coach

Australia's success under previous coach John Buchanan was achieved with a group of players who are now either retired from international cricket (Shane Warne, Glenn McGrath, Justin Langer) - or at the veteran stage (Ricky Ponting, Adam Gilchrist, Matthew Hayden).

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John McCain, say Buchanan's writings show he has no place in the party.

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He has taken Dennis Kucinich, Pat Buchanan and a dash of John Bolton, thrown them into a blender and come up with a worldview that is nationalist and populist, while giving both of those things a bad name.

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Mr Buchanan can't tell if John Carter will be a good or bad movie, but he's certain it will be interesting.

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The battle between Mr Buchanan and pro-Perot supporters of rival nominee John Hagelin has split the party.

BBC: Reform Party pulled right