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Match factsOctober 12, 2016 Start time 1330 local (1130 GMT)Big PictureSouth Africa couldnt have asked for a better start to their summer. After having achieved their initial objective - a series win - they are in a position to inflict a whitewash against the top-ranked ODI side.The margins of victory reflect how South Africa have been dominant in every aspect. Two of the wins have come with more than 10 overs to spare, another by more than 140 runs. In the only match Australia threatened to come close, in Kingsmead, a freak performance by an out-of-form David Miller sealed the series.Miller apart, South Africa have been helped with contributions from Rilee Rossouw, Andile Phehlukwayo and Kyle Abbott, all of whom were considered fringe players coming into the series. That has meant South Africa are spoilt for choice, something Australia will covet.That Australian havent bowled South Africa out even once in the series reiterates the inexperience in their attack. But that doesnt mean there are no other headaches. Australia have crossed 300 just once and have been bowled out for under 220 twice. Their over-reliance on big names hasnt helped their cause. But they have the added motivation of trying to avoid being blanked.That they will have to do that at one of South Africas favourite grounds, in front of a sell-out crowd, will be a challenge. Newlands had earlier raised concerns about the match being scheduled on the same day as a religious holiday, Yom Kippur, but it seems the enthusiasm is hardly affected by that.Form guideSouth Africa: WWWWW (last five completed matches, most recent first)Australia: LLLLWIn the spotlightWith seven wickets in four matches, Andile Phehlukwayo has underlined the difference between both sides so far. Phehlukwayo is not part of the national squad in any other formats yet, but his ability to change pace and his maturity in accepting the responsibility of bowling at the death could change that. He has proved himself handy with the bat too, and can further boost his claim to be an allrounder.Steven Smith and David Warner are the only two Australians to have scored a hundred so far. Smith, the captain, doesnt seem to bring as much out of his men as Warner did when he led them to an ODI series win in Sri Lanka. Before the series, Smith said he hoped to continue riding the wave Warner had created, but now may be left wondering if his one-day leadership credentials could be measured against Warners.Team newsSouth Africa are looking at bringing back their big bowling guns in search of a clean sweep. That means Dale Steyn and Kagiso Rabada may force one of Kyle Abbott or Phehlukwayo out of the XI. They may continue with two spinners, with Imran Tahir likely to be brought back in place of Tabraiz Shamsi, the left-arm wrist spinner. With the Tests looming, theres merit in giving Shamsi a breather and allowing him to fully recover from a quad niggle. Others walking wounded include Rossouw, who hurt his finger, and Farhaan Behardien, who tweaked a hamstring. Both passed fitness Tests, but Temba Bavuma has been at training as cover, while Miller has made sufficient progress from his groin strain.South Africa (possible): 1 Quinton de Kock (wk), 2 Hashim Amla, 3 Faf du Plessis (capt), 4 Rilee Rossouw, 5 JP Duminy, 6 Farhaan Behardien/David Miller, 7 Dwaine Pretorius, 8 and 9 Andile Phehlukwayo/Kyle Abbott/Dale Steyn/Kagiso Rabada, 10 Aaron Phangiso, 11 Imran TahirHaving tried all their bowling combinations in vain, Australia could make their young attack draw straws to decide which of Chris Tremain, Daniel Worrall, Joe Mennie or Scott Boland has to play the final ODI. Usman Khawaja has not been used at all and may be brought in to add depth to the batting.Australia (possible): 1 David Warner, 2 Aaron Finch/Usman Khawaja, 3 Steve Smith (capt), 4 George Bailey, 5 Mitchell Marsh, 6 Travis Head, 7 Matthew Wade (wk), 8 John Hastings, 9 Adam Zampa, 10 and 11 Chris Tremain/Scott Boland/Daniel Worrall/Joe MenniePitch and conditionsA cold front early in the week brought rain to Cape Town on Tuesday, but Newlands has a new drainage system which should keep the outfield dry should the rain stay away. Groundsman Evan Flint does not predict a run-fest, instead aiming for a surface that will offer the bowlers something as well. The weather is expected to be mild with temperatures in the teens, with a light breeze.Stats and triviaAustralia have never lost all of the matches in a five-game ODI series. The last time they lost all the matches played in an ODI series was in 2006-07 when they were beaten 3-0 by New Zealand. The only other time they were blanked 3-0 was by England, in 1997South Africa have beaten Australia 4-1 before, in a series in Australia in 2009QuotesIf you play against Australia, every little mental thing you can get on your side does play a role. Its important for everyone to be in good touch. The one-percenters play a big role.Although Faf du Plessis acknowledges that changing formats may not allow South Africa to take much momentum from the ODIs into the Tests, he hopes it can give them a slight mental edgeAir Max Plus Cheap Outlet . Vaives lawyer Trevor Whiffen claims the former 50-goal man wasnt provided with a copy of the claim beforehand and that he would not have agreed to the allegations made against the NHL had he been asked to review its contents. Air Force 1 Store . 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"It just felt like it was my time to move on," she said in a phone interview from her hometown of Burlington, Ont.RIVIERA MAYA, Mexico -- U.S. Amateur champion Curtis Luck shot a 9-under 63 on Friday to help Australia open a 16-stroke lead in the World Amateur Team Championship.After lagging behind teammates Cameron Davis and Harrison Endycott in the event that counts the two best scores from the three-man teams, Luck had nine birdies in a bogey-free round at Iberostar Playa Paraiso. Davis added a 68 for a round total of 13-under 131 and three-day total of 32-under 398, one off the 54-hole record set by the United States in 2014.I had a good day at the office, Luck said. I felt like I let the team down a bit yesterday shooting even par and the boys obviously having good scores. It was great to come out, put a good round together, and a 63 looks really nice on the scoreboard.Australia is trying to win the Eisenhower Trophy for the fourth time, following victories in 1958, 1966 and 1996.I dont want to look too far ahead, but its exciting to be in the hunt, Australian captain Matt Cutler said. To be quite considerably ahead is a great position to be, but we are excited about the prospect of what could occur.ddddddddddddDavis topped the individual standings at 14-under 201, two strokes ahead of Luck.Endycott had a non-counting 73.Ireland was second. Jack Hume shot 66, Paul McBride 69, and Stuart Grehan 71.Were not thinking about a medal just yet -- there is still a bit of work to do, Irish captain Tony Goode said. Tomorrow is the important round, the fourth quarter as they say in American football, so well have to put something together for the last quarter. The boys are up for it -- theyre on good form.Two-time defending champion United States was third at 15 under. Texas Scottie Scheffler had a 69, Stanfords Maverick McNealy shot 71, and Oklahomas Brad Dalke 72.Scheffler played alongside Luck.Watching Curtis make so many birdies helped me out a bit, Scheffler said. I was watching good shots all day. ' ' '
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