Warner blasts hundred in brutal assault as Marnus creates more World Cup headaches
David Warner and Marnus Labuschagne blasted hundreds as Australia cruised towards a crushing 123-run victory over South Africa in Saturday’s second ODI in Bloemfontein.
The tourists took a 2-0 lead in the five-match series after Warner and Labuschagne punished South Africa’s bowlers at Mangaung Oval, steering Australia towards its third’s highest team total in ODI history. The duo combined for a 151-run partnership for the third wicket, receiving support from opener Travis Head and reserve wicketkeeper Josh Inglis .South Africa fell comfortably short of the 393-run target, with leg-spinner Adam Zampa taking four crucial wickets throughout the run chase.
Warner’s century, his 20th in ODIs, cements his spot at the top of the order ahead of Australia’s World Cup campaign, while Labuschagne’s blistering form has given national selectors plenty of headaches ahead of the marquee tournament in India.Travis Head SMASHES fast 50 | 00:37
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