So what about him? (by worma)

The biggest topic, as we all have been discussing, is Hayden, and whether he has managed to avoid the dreaded 'sunset' ?:) Well, to me it looks like he still struggled against the good bowling, and especially on the entire first day of Aus innings. And there are indications that he will continue to do so. He is not at his fluent best. But still, if you have a century to show against the best attack in the world, who the heck cares how you play, right? And as I earlier said, I suspect he will get full backing from his captain and teammates, and thus use the little window of doubt in the selectors mind to retain the place. Here is Langer on him Over the last couple of weeks he has been under increasing pressure from various critics who have questioned his form and subsequent place in the side. Watching him fight his way back into form was a joy to watch.

I also think, that though he played well below his normal style, he was not selfish in his approach. I believe the team would planned this, and would be happy if any of their batsmen make big score in this game, going by the kind of form they all were in. He is playing the anchor role, and the others(even Langer) trying to play around him. Its new for him, but its not unconventional for an opener. So forgetting that this is 'Mat the Bat' Hayden, I think he is doing a good job in terms of run and overall approach (esp knowing the fact that he would have lasted half this distance with his normal game)