A fast bowling blitz saw Australia crush New Zealand by 54 runs at the WACA yesterday. The home side made 186 for 6 from its 20 overs, led by an authoritative unbeaten 85 from Symonds. In reply, Black Caps could only manage 132. Kiwi all rounder Jacob Oram restored some pride and gave another reminder of his hitting ability with an unbeaten 66.
Australian innings revolved around Symonds knonck with partnerships from Clarke(33) and Adam Voges(26). The most surprise element was that of the inclusion of Luke Pomersbach, who was called in at the very last moment to replace Brad Hodge. It was really a shock for him when he got the call. He made 15 runs from 7 balls hitting a huge six of Gillespie. There was not any notable performances from the Black Caps with wickets falling at regular intervals. with only McCullum and Styris crossing the double figure mark. Australia had 4 debuts in this match with Ashley Noffke performing well with the ball in his very first match. Even Shaun Tait, returning from an injury bowled well to restrict the Kiwis. The Chappel Hadlee one day series begins this week.
Australian innings revolved around Symonds knonck with partnerships from Clarke(33) and Adam Voges(26). The most surprise element was that of the inclusion of Luke Pomersbach, who was called in at the very last moment to replace Brad Hodge. It was really a shock for him when he got the call. He made 15 runs from 7 balls hitting a huge six of Gillespie. There was not any notable performances from the Black Caps with wickets falling at regular intervals. with only McCullum and Styris crossing the double figure mark. Australia had 4 debuts in this match with Ashley Noffke performing well with the ball in his very first match. Even Shaun Tait, returning from an injury bowled well to restrict the Kiwis. The Chappel Hadlee one day series begins this week.
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