So, Andy Murray is back. Some doubted him last year; his decisions were questioned, there was talk of a new generation emerging to wipe away the old guard, but it's the familiar names which remain in this tournament.

Andy Murray is through to the final and either top seed Novak Djokovic or defending champion Stan Wawrinka will join him. To find out who comes out on top of what is likely to be an epic battle, join us on Friday for more game-by-game coverage. Thanks, as always, for your chit-chat. Bye for now.

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Andrew Neill:, external As long as Murray doesn't do what he did in 2010 (play amazing attacking tennis up to semis then defensive only in final) he can win.

Saarah Farooqi:, external Go Mauresemo - she's put up with a lot of stick. This seems to be the start of another great partnership.

DeathApeDisco:, external If Murray had lost to Berdych, questions would have been asked. The real tests of his coaching partnership are Novak and Rafa.

James, Warrington: Allow me to get ridiculously over excited for a minute, if he wins on Sunday he goes in to Roland Garros looking for the career grand slam. He couldn't could he?!

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Want to know how Andy Murray fares in Sunday's final? Luckily you are in the right place. BBC Sport will have comprehensive coverage across television, radio and, of course, online.

The match will be live on BBC One at 08:15 GMT, with online text commentary and BBC Radio 5 live coverage starting slightly earlier. Set your alarm clocks, folks.

Piers Newbery
BBC Sport at Melbourne Park

"Murray has been asked by ESPN just how satisfying that win was, and he cannot suppress a grin. "Very satisfying. Very satisfying." He reasserts his earlier on-court view that coach Amelie Mauresmo took 'a lot of unfair criticism' last year, and then heads into the warren of tunnels beneath Rod Laver Arena and has a long chat with mum Judy."

The question is: can Murray become the first man in the Open Era to win the Australian Open title after losing three finals? The sixth seed was runner-up in 2010, 2011 and 2013 but no-one is a bridesmaid on four occasions, surely?

Andy Murray is through to his eighth Grand Slam final and is closing in on Fred Perry's record of 10 Grand Slam finals. The British number one is also now equal 13th, alongside Ken Rosewall and Guillermo Vilas, on the list of most Grand Slam finals reached in the Open Era. Only three active players have made more Grand Slam finals. There are no prizes for guessing the three. Not even a token doff of the cap.

Dom Bourke:, external Good to see Murray back competing at the top! Australian Open seems to be his home from home.

Benjamin Watts:, external Plenty of praise for Team Murray-Mauresmo from Andy. Points out Madison Keys coached by Lindsay Davenport. New trend emerging?

Simon Mirren:, external Superb interview underlines Murray a figure at total peace with his game. Spoke brilliantly about Mauresmo.

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Andy Murray on the impact of his coach Amelie Mauresmo: "A lot of people criticised me working with her and we've shown this week that women can be very good coaches as well.

"I'm very thankful to Amelie for doing it. It was a brave choice from her to do it and hopefully I can repay her in a few days."

John Lloyd
1977 Australian Open runner-up on BBC Two

"Murray was very aggressive, took charge and, overall, it was a very good performance. Berdych has played well in these two weeks, and once again it shows how difficult it is to play against Murray. He was brilliant. He is very close to being back to his best."

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Andy Murray: "There was little bit extra tension - it was a big match. A lot was made about Dani Vallverdu, my former coach, working with Tomas. But we've been friends since we were 15 years old and I felt that the focus was unfair and unnecessary.

"This is sport - and there's more to life than sport. It created a bit of extra tension but everyone calmed down after start of the match"

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Asked whether he'll be watching Friday's semi-final against Novak Djokovic and Stanislas Wawrinka, Murray says: "I will try to watch a little bit but judging their matches in the last couple of years I might be in bed before the end. Both have been playing well and whoever has tickets for that one will be very lucky."

Murray thinks there's a punchbag near his chair as he's repeatedly punching thin air. He's clearly delighted to have won that match.

"I was disappointed to lose the first set, I had a couple of chances at the end, I was disappointed but felt I started to play better as the set went on and I was very aggressive at the beginning of the second set.," says Murray. "I changed tactics a little bit and I was getting more comfortable with the conditions, with Tomas's ball. He hits the ball hard and I got used to that. I tried to play aggressive, after losing a tough one like the first it was important to get the momentum back."

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Berdych has had opportunities in this set, but he's wasted every single one. It'll be a sleepless night for the seventh seed this evening should he go on to lose this match, which he probably will. Two easy points for Murray...a serve into the ribcage nearly knocks Berdych onto the canvas, the Czech's knees are wobbling, Murray with a forehand winner - three match points Murray. And a thigh-slappingly good ace down the middle is his coupe de grace.

Graham Goddard:, external Being a stay at home dad has its advantages, come on Murray almost there.

Pat Cash
1987 Wimbledon champion on BBC Radio 5 live sports extra

"It has been a very focused performance from Murray. He has applied pressure and Berdych has sprayed a couple of shots. Berdych will be hoping Murray cracks in the next game and drops a second serve short.

"Berdych is going to have to come up with something special and take a bit of a risk."

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Berdych with an iffy overhead, Murray's eyes widen but he's a fraction long with the improvised lob from way beyond the baseline and the Scot merely gives out an anguished cry as he watches the ball bounce two inches long. Matter not, Murray goes 15-30 up - and a double fault from Berdych gifts Murray with two break points. The sharks are circling around Berdych's feet. Der-dum-der-dum. Murray has won five of nine break points so far so the odds are against the Czech.... Der-dum-der-dum... And Murray goes in for the kill! Well, Berdych biffs a backhand long.

Simon:, external Can't ignore the significance of Murray's extra days rest (if he gets through) given Djokovic and Stan's history of five setters.

The spectators purr as Murray lobs Berdych, turning the Czech on his heels, the ball is still in play but not for long as the Scot comes out on top. Murray adds a 14th ace of a match to the stats but from 40-0 up he's having to defend a slender advantage at 40-30. Kim Sears can be seen nervously tapping her knee, whispering "come on" from the sidelines. Berdych with an iffy return and another tie-break could be in store.

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Ian Rhodes:, external Been a good performance by Murray but will not get away with Djokovic/Wawrinka missing chances like this if he makes the final.