Australia haven’t been tested at all by a Zimbabwe side who simply haven’t turned up to the party. Zimbabwe might hope for some improvement as the series wraps up but Australia will want to be ruthless
Australia vs Zimbabwe | 3 September 2022 | Riverway Stadium, Townsville | 01:40
To Win Match
Australia 1/50 | Tie 25/1 | Zimbabwe 15/1
Australia
Australia should be happy with their own levels of play if somewhat disappointed not to be tested at all by Zimbabwe.
This is a team powered by a strong bowling unit and they have so far blown Zimbabwe out of the water with Mitchell Starc being particularly destructive.
Cameron Green has benefitted from following the express quicks and he will likely continue in this role going forward while hoping to add more with the bat.
Steve Smith got moving at a better click last time out and ended with a not out once again demonstrating his value to this Aussie side.
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe really need their heroes to stand up and be counted if they are to make any impression in this final match of the series.
Skipper Regis Chakabva needs to demonstrate his ability to lead this team out of the darkness and into the light.
Sikandar Raza has the quality to take on Australia but needs assistance and confidence in his ability.
Left-arm quick Richard Ngarava has something about him and could just be another star for the future.
Verdict: Australia 1/50
Australia should clinch a whitewash here. Very little value here, really. If Australia bat first get on the live in-play over runs. If Zimbabwe bat first, get on the unders.
