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Australia Bats First Against Zimbabwe in 1st ODI Cricket Match
Mitchell Marsh said the pitch looked good for batting as Australia began a three-match series used to prepare for next year’s World Cup.
- On Tuesday, Australia won the toss and decided to bat first against Zimbabwe at Harare Sports Club in their first one-day international in the country in 12 years.
- Captain Mitchell Marsh, playing his 100th ODI, is one of three survivors from both teams who competed in Australia's last Zimbabwe match, alongside Sikandar Raza and Brendan Taylor.
- Australia rested regular captain Pat Cummins for the three-match series, while Cameron Green and Josh Hazlewood missed the opening game due to shoulder soreness and rotation management.
- Marsh said the wicket looked good for batting, while Sikandar Raza stated he would have fielded first had he won the toss.
- This series serves as vital preparation for defending champion Australia ahead of next year's World Cup, with the team using matches to integrate players into the squad.
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