SA vs AUS 3rd ODI: Why is Adam Zampa not playing?

In the highly anticipated third One Day International (ODI) between South Africa and Australia, cricket fans might have noticed a notable absence in the Australian lineup – Adam Zampa.

SA vs AUS 3rd ODI: Why is Adam Zampa not playing?

There’s no cause for concern as Zampa’s absence is not due to an injury but rather a part of a strategic rotation plan in the ongoing series. As a result, Tanveer Sangha has been chosen as the like-for-like replacement.

Mitch Marsh at Toss: We gonna bowl first. Hopefully we get off to a nice start. Hazlewood, Stoinis are in and Sangha comes in for his debut. Zampa is not playing. Been a long time since we won an ODI series in South Africa, so really excited. We want to assess conditions and make sure we execute our plans.

Adam Zampa, the Australian leg-spin sensation, has been an instrumental figure in Australia’s bowling arsenal. His ability to pick crucial wickets and control the middle overs has made him a valuable asset for the team. However, with a hectic cricketing schedule and the need to manage player workload effectively, it has become a common practice for teams to rest key players as part of rotation.

Tanveer Sangha, who steps in as Zampa’s replacement, is another talented leg-spinner. This like-for-like replacement ensures that Australia maintains a balanced bowling attack even in Zampa’s absence. Sangha has showcased his potential in domestic and international cricket, and this opportunity provides him with a platform to further prove his mettle on the international stage.

South Africa Playing XI

Quinton de Kock(w), Temba Bavuma(c), Reeza Hendricks, Aiden Markram, Heinrich Klaasen, David Miller, Marco Jansen, Sisanda Magala, Gerald Coetzee, Keshav Maharaj, Tabraiz Shamsi

Australia Playing XI

David Warner, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh(c), Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey(w), Marcus Stoinis, Tim David, Sean Abbott, Nathan Ellis, Tanveer Sangha, Josh Hazlewood