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We're in touch with Tait to support him: Hussey

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Posted: Feb 06, 2008 at 1148 hrs IST

Melbourne, February 6: : Stunned by Shaun Tait's temporary retirement, Australian middle-order mainstay Michael Hussey says the entire team is in touch with the pacer to talk him out of the mental turmoil that has derailed his career.

"All the guys go through tough periods and I think one of the great things about cricket in Australia is that for a long time we have all looked out for each other," Hussey was quoted as saying by The Australian.

"I know all the guys have been in touch, offering their support and I know as a team we are hoping he can get through this and back in the team," he added.

Hussey said the 24-year-old Tait's retirement was a bolt from the blue for the world champions as the pacer masked his inner turmoil with a jovial exterior.

"Whenever you notice someone battling you try to pick them up or take them out for a nice meal or something. With Shaun we didn't pick up on much. He is a genuine guy and great to have around but obviously deep down he was doing it pretty tough," Hussey said.

The left-hander said he was hoping to see Tait return to the field as a stronger player.

"I'm sure Shaun will find a way through it and come out the other end a stronger and better person," he said.

Tait had cited mental and physical exhaustion as reasons for his shock retirement and Hussey said he could understand the young pacer's problem as he himself felt such pressure after debuting for Australia.

"I don't know what it was like in eras past but I do think it is very tough sometimes and a lot tougher than people think," Hussey said.

"What I have learnt and experienced in my time in the Australian team is that life as an international cricketer includes so many things. The playing of the game, which is hard enough itself, is actually just one small part of playing for Australia," he added.

Hussey felt travelling, having to spend time away from family and other off-field activities also contribute to the pressure on current players.

"There's appearances, travel, media commitments, sponsors, official functions, training and of course time away from your family and friends," he pointed out.

"This all has an impact on you and how you cope and it is really tough," he said.

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