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South Africa will lock horns against Australia in the third and last T20 International on Sunday, September 3. The match is slated to take place at the Kingsmead Stadium in Durban.
Australia currently holds a 2-0 lead in the three-match series, and they showcased a dominant performance in the second T20I, securing an eight-wicket victory over South Africa.
The newly-appointed Australia captain Mitchell Marsh has been at the forefront, scoring two scintillating half-centuries in the first two matches. In the opening game, he hammered an unbeaten 92 off just 49 balls and in the second encounter, he remained not out on 79 after facing 39 deliveries.
T20 stats and records at Kingsmead Stadium:
- Total matches played: 19
- Won batting first: 11
- Won bowling first: 8
- Average 1st innings scores: 152
- Highest total: 226-6 (Australia)
- Lowest total: 73-10 (Kenya)
- ‘Highest run chase: 168/2 (Australia)
- Lowest total defended: 125/6 (South Africa)
- Highest score: 114 not out off 85 balls (Morne van Wyk)
- Best bowling figures: 5/23 (David Wiese)
Kingsmead Stadium Pitch Report:
The Kingsmead stadium pitch is renowned for its inclination to support bowlers, especially the seamers who benefit from additional movement caused by the track’s moisture. Conversely, spinners face challenges in finding their rhythm here. Nevertheless, batsmen have the potential to accumulate significant runs if they settle in. The team that wins the toss is likely to choose to bat first, aiming to post a substantial total. In summary, an exciting and high-scoring match is expected to unfold at this venue.
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Durban Weather Forecast:
There is no precipitation expected in the evening at Durban. The playing conditions should be enjoyable, with temperatures hovering at approximately 17 degrees Celsius. Humidity is forecasted to be at about 83%, and the wind will be gentle, blowing at a speed of 2 kilometres per hour.
South Africa vs Australia, Probable XIs:
South Africa: Temba Bavuma, Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram (captain), Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs (wk), Donovan Ferreira, Marco Jansen, Gerald Coetzee, Lizaad Williams, Lungi Ngidi, Tabraiz Shamsi
Australia: Matthew Short, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh (captain), Josh Inglis (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Aaron Hardie, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Jason Behrendorff
