John Emburey “doesn’t mind” sledging, as long as it’s in good humour.

The opening day of the second test saw numerous on-field altercations between batsman and bowler.

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Embers told Macquarie Cricket that it was “down to the captains” to control their respective teams.

“I’m not against getting under someone’s skin but it’s got to be controlled,” he said.

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