Australia vs New Zealand, 3rd Test 2020, Key Players: Pat Cummins, Steve Smith, Kane Williamson and Other Cricketers to Watch Out for in Sydney
The Kiwis have not had the kind of partnerships that win you games, and in Sydney, this has to change. The game though, could see some stoppages with massive wildfire creating hazardous conditions for play. The two sides will have moments where there will be a break in rhythm throughout the contest. A look at the players to watch out for in the game.
New Zealand have had an Australian tour to forget so far with back to back losses in the test series. In the third test at Sydney, the Kiwis have to come up with some plans to stop this Australian juggernaut from steamrolling them again. Their batting needs significant improvement, and this is where the experienced players have to rise up to the occasion. The Kiwis have not had the kind of partnerships that win you games, and in Sydney, this has to change. The game though, could see some stoppages with massive wildfire creating hazardous conditions for play. The two sides will have moments where there will be a break in rhythm throughout the contest. A look at the players to watch out for in the game. Australia Vs New Zealand, Live Cricket Score 3rd Test Match.
Pat Cummins
The Australian pacer is dominating test cricket like no other bowler in the game at the moment with wickets coming in heaps for him. With 59 wickets, he was the leading wicket-taker in 2019 and will be hoping for an even better return in 2020.
Nathan Lyon
Another stalwart from Australia’s world-class bowling unit, Nathan Lyon is an attacking option for the home side. He is particularly handy in the second innings, and the pitch in Sydney should help him extract extra turn and bounce. Australia vs New Zealand Dream11 Team Prediction: Tips to Pick Best Playing XI With All-Rounders, Batsmen, Bowlers & Wicket-Keepers for AUS vs NZ 3rd Test Match 2019-20.
Steve Smith
Australia’s Numero Uno when it comes to batting, Steve Smith, has not had the kind of numbers he normally has when playing the longer format of the game. He is due a big one and a rattled New Zealand presents a perfect opportunity for Smith to get back to form.
Kane Williamson
His poor form has been one of the reasons New Zealand have failed even to put up a fight against Australia let alone think of winning a game. Kane Williamson has to give himself time in the middle and thwart the brilliant Aussie attack only if he counters attacks well. Australia vs New Zealand 3rd Test 2019-20: Cricketers to Pay Tribute to Firefighters, Brace for Smoke Delays.
Tim Southee
One of the frontline seamers for New Zealand, Tim Southee has had an impact with the bowl for New Zealand in this series. Only if the other bowlers could keep up the pressure from the other end, the picture could have been different for the Kiwis.
Both the sides have quality, but it is only the Australians that have expressed themselves on the pitch and thus lead the series 2-0.
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