The opening match of this series did not disappoint as it went right down to the wire. Australia take the advantage into the second match and could wrap up the series with a win in Sydney.
Australia vs England | 19 November 2022 | SCG | 05:20
To Win Match
Australia 52/100 | Tie 25/1 | England 31/20
Australia’s experienced batters made all the difference for them the first time out, which has turned the tide for a few veterans.
David Warner and Steve Smith will be glad to get runs on the board and to have played a key role in the chase.
With Travis Head also looking good the Aussie top three has an imposing air about it, and they will take some beating.
Their bowlers have yet to really find their radar, but that should be something they will ease into.
England were pretty good at the crease, batting first on a decent wicket in Adelaide.
Dawid Malan scored the first ton of the series, but a lack of a big finish let England down.
England found it difficult to restrict the Australian scoring as the hosts kept wickets in hand for the big dip at the death.
The failure to get a breakthrough with the new ball will be a huge concern for England.
Australia should close out the series in what should be another closely-fought encounter.
