CRICKET – Australia’s Matt Renshaw scored a maiden one-day international century while Nathan Ellis took five wickets to guide their side to a 59-run win over hosts Zimbabwe yesterday in the first clash of their three-match series.
Australia chose to bat first, and the surprise decision from captain Mitchell Marsh was vindicated as they scored 294-8 in their 50 overs, setting Zimbabwe an imposing target at Harare Sports Club.
In reply, Zimbabwe were dismissed for 235 in 45.1 overs, showing good fight but always behind the required run rate.
The second ODI is on Friday, and the last on Sunday, all in Harare, after which Australia moves onto a similar series with South Africa.
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