Australia Wins Rain-Affected Third ODI Against South Africa, Avoids Series Sweep
Australia secured a 45-run victory over South Africa in the rain-affected third ODI at Potchefstroom, preventing a series clean sweep. Australia posted 322-9, led by Mitchell Marsh's 56 and Alex Carey's 74. South Africa, having already won the series, reached 145-4 in 28 overs before rain ended the match via the DLS method. Ryan Rickelton top-scored with 71 not out for South Africa, while Adam Zampa took key wickets for Australia. The result offered Australia a positive end to the series ahead of upcoming Tests.
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mint broke this story on 30 Sept, 08:07 pm. Other outlets followed.