Australia beat South Africa by 45 runs in rain-hit ODI
Australia beat South Africa by 45 runs via the DLS method in a rain-hit third ODI at Potchefstroom. The win denied the hosts a 3-0 series sweep.Australia posted 322 for nine after being sent in. Alex Carey made 74 and captain Mitchell Marsh hit 56 off 42 balls.
Corbin Bosch was South Africa’s best bowler with four for 60.Chasing 323, South Africa reached 145 for four in 28 overs when persistent rain ended the contest. Ryan Rickelton made an unbeaten 71, but the hosts were well behind the required rate.Adam Zampa returned to form with two for 34, and Xavier Bartlett took two for 25. Carey was named player of the match for his calculated innings.South Africa took the series 2-1, having sealed it in Johannesburg.
Australia gained batting confidence ahead of the Test series starting October 9, though injuries to Cameron Green and Matt Renshaw are a worry.
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