Australia vs West Indies, 3rd ODI – Australia Secures Series Sweep with Dominant Victory Over West Indies In Canberra

Australia vs West Indies, 3rd ODI – Australia clinched a dominant victory against the West Indies in the third One Day International (ODI) of the series, held at Manuka Oval in Canberra on February 6th. The result sealed a comprehensive 3-0 whitewash in favor of the hosts, further solidifying their supremacy in the contest.

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Once again, Xavier Bartlett emerged as the linchpin of Australia’s bowling attack, delivering a masterful performance that dismantled the West Indian batting lineup. Bartlett’s exceptional bowling figures of 4 wickets for 21 runs showcased his ability to consistently trouble the opposition batsmen.

Supported by Lance Morris and Adam Zampa, who also made significant contributions with two wickets each, Bartlett spearheaded Australia’s relentless assault on the West Indian batting order.

The West Indies, on the other hand, struggled to find their footing throughout the match, as they faltered against the disciplined bowling and relentless pressure exerted by the Australian bowlers. Despite the valiant efforts of Alick Athanaze, who top-scored for the visitors with a resilient knock of 32 runs, the West Indian innings never gained momentum and eventually folded for a paltry total of 86 runs.

Australia’s chase commenced with an aggressive intent, as Jake Fraser-McGurk and Josh Inglis unleashed a barrage of boundaries to set the tone for the innings. Fraser-McGurk’s blistering knock of 41 runs off just 18 deliveries provided the hosts with a flying start, while Inglis provided solid support with a composed innings.

Despite a brief hiccup with the loss of a couple of quick wickets towards the end, Australia comfortably chased down the target in a mere 6.5 overs, securing victory with eight wickets in hand.

check here – Australia Vs West Indies, 3rd ODI – Pitch Report (Manuka Oval, Canberra).

With this resounding win, Australia reaffirmed their dominance in the ODI series and showcased their formidable prowess in both batting and bowling departments. Bartlett’s stellar performance earned him the accolades of Player of the Match and Player of the Series, underscoring his pivotal role in Australia’s success.

As the teams now shift focus to future fixtures, Australia will aim to carry forward their winning momentum, while the West Indies will seek to regroup and formulate a strategy to bounce back stronger in the remaining matches of the tour.