Australia aren’t quite at panic stations but there are some concerns that they might have peaked ahead of the T20 World Cup. Can England complete the whitewash in Canberra? James Richardson previews.
England have clinched the series and can experiment a little but might prefer to just tweak their formula ever so slightly.
Australia vs England | 14 October 2022 | Manuka Oval, Canberra | 10:10
To Win Match
Australia 3/4 | England 21/20
Australia had been imperious chasing in recent internationals but have fallen flat in pursuit of big targets from England.
A few key players haven’t quite been in the best touch which has put them on the back foot in this series.
Some players haven’t had a lot of cricket and are coming up against an England team fresh off a long domestic campaign and home international season.
The big characters in this side like David Warner, Aaron Finch, Mitchell Marsh and Glenn Maxwell need to keep on lifting the rest of the squad.
Jos Buttler’s return makes England look nearly invincible, and when he is playing well, they are just about untouchable.
Dawid Malan has also found form during this tour and provides stability to the middle and top order.
Sam Curran was wayward at times but always seems to bounce back when it matters.
Moeen Ali has also hit his straps since being relieved of the captaincy and is dangerous with both bat and ball.
England have all of the momentum at the moment and offer great value at a shade over even money.
