South Africa continued their impressive run in the ODI series , clinching an emphatic 84 run victory over Australia in the second match at Great Barrier Reef Arena , Mackay . After posting 277 runs on the board , the Proteas bowlers dismantled Australia ‘s chase blowing them out for 193 in 37.4 overs . Lungi Nigidi was the Star with the ball taking a brilliant 5/42 , supported by Senuran Muthusamy ‘s two wickets. The win gave South Africa an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three match series
Adam Zampa Shines Despite Defeat
Australia ‘ s leg spin specialist , Adam Zampa once again showed why he is considered the backbone of Australia ‘s white ball spin attack . In the second ODI against South Africa at the at the Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay, Zampa picked up three vital wickets dismissing Tony de Zorzi , Tristan Stubbs and Nandre Burger . His clever variation and attacking lines troubled the South Africa batters ensuring Australia had breakthrough at crucial stages . Zampa ‘ s spell was one of the few positives for the Australia in an otherwise difficult outing .
Adam Zampa joins Elite group:
With their performance , Zampa achieved a special milestone becoming the fourth Australian spinner to take 50 ODI wickets on home soil . He now joins an elite list featuring Shane Warne (136) , Peter Taylor ( 77) , and Brand Hogg (57 ) . What makes his achievemen impressive is that reached the landmark in just 31 matches faster than many of his predecessors.
Only one overseas spinner , Sri Lanka ‘s great Muttiah Muralitharan , has crossed 50 ODI wickets in Australia . This highlights Just how difficult is for spinners to find success in Australian conditions , making Zampa ‘ s feat even more significant .
Closing in on 200 ODI wickets
Zampa ‘ s overall ODI record is equally impressive with his latest three wickets he now 191 wickets from 113 matches . He is only nine wickets away from becoming the second Australian spinner after Shane Warne to take 200 wickets in 193 matches but Zampa is steadily carving his own legacy
Australia ‘ s leading ODI Spinners
- Shane Warne : 291 wickets in 193 matches
- Adam Zampa : 191 wickets in 113 matched
- Brad Hogg : 156 wickets in 123 matches
- Peter Taylor: 97 wickets in 83 matches
- Glenn Maxwell : 77 wickets in 149 wickets
A crucial role for Australia
For the years Australia ‘ s ODI sides have relied heavily on fast bowlers . Zampa has changed that narrative by becoming a consistent wicket taker in the middle overs . His role mirrors the one Warne once played breaking partnerships and applying pressure . When Batters look to settle.
As Australia prepares for upcoming global trournaments ,Zampa ‘ s rise is promising singn . His tricky variations and control ensure that the country ‘ s spin blowing legacy remains alive carrying forward the flame once lit by Shane Warne.