Australia v South Africa 3rd T20 Prediction

Australia came back in the T20 series against South Africa by winning the second game and it’s going to be a tough fight between the two in the last one. The strong looking batting of the Proteas collapsed in the second match and managed just 101 runs for the loss of seven important wickets. The Kangaroos marshalled towards the target by plundering 102 with seven wickets in hand and 44 deliveries still available. The first encounter was clinched by the visitors and both sides will count on the third game to grasp the series.

Players to watch

Aaron Finch played a smart unbeaten innings of 44, Shane Watson along with Ben Dunk contributed 30 and 23 runs respectively whereas Glenn Maxwell and Cameron White can score quick runs. James Faulkner is an elegant all-rounder and picked three wickets while Cameron Boyce, Doug Bollinger and Pat Cummins are gearing up with the ball.

The captain of South Africa, Jean-Paul Duminy was the only solid batsman who scored 49 runs and none other was able to reach twenties. Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Rilee Rossouw, Farhaan Behardien and David Miller can get back their rhythm with the willow. Their bowling department revolves around Wayne Parnell, Kyle Abbott, Imran Tahir and Ryan McLaren.

Time & Venue

Sunday, November 9, 2014 @ 08:35 GMT, 19:05 local at Stadium Australia, Sydney. The stadium with a minimum capacity of 82,500 was inaugurated on March 6, 1999 and is the second largest one after Melbourne Cricket Ground.

Weather

A smooth and perfect evening with the temperatures around 17-25ᵒC.

Toss

The winning skipper has opted to bat in the previous two matches.

The Pitch

The lively wicket will be a test for the stroke players and the game will be enjoyed thoroughly.

Teams

Australia – Aaron Finch (C), Shane Watson, Ben Dunk, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron White, Nathan Reardon, , James Faulkner, Pat Cummins, Sean Abbott, Cameron Boyce, Doug Bollinger.

South Africa – Jean-Paul Duminy (C), Reeza Hendricks, Quinton de Kock, Rilee Rossouw, David Miller, Farhaan Behardien, Ryan McLaren, Wayne Parnell, Kyle Abbott, Kasigo Rabada, Imran Tahir.

Prediction

The Kangaroos will most probably win the game and the series.