3 Players To Watch Out For In AUS vs PAK 3rd T20I

Spencer Johnson bowled a match-winning spell in the last game [Source: @1116sen/x.com]

Australia will be taking on Pakistan in the 3rd T20I of the three match series. The match is to be played at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart, on November 18 at 1:30 PM IST.

The match will bear little significance to the result of the series. Australia have won the first two matches and have taken the set already. It has been a commanding performance by the home team with a second string side under the leadership of Josh Inglish. They will be keen on putting in another strong display and complete a clean sweep.

On the other hand, Pakistan put on a brilliant display to clinch the ODI series. However, when the shortest format of international cricket started, the team struggled and has disappointed in the series so far. However, Mohammad Rizwan will want his unit to put on a good show in the final game and prevent a clean sweep in his debut T20I series.

As the final game of the series will take place, there will be some players who will be crucial to the context of the game. Here are three players to watch out for in the third T20I between Australia and Pakistan.

3. Xavier Bartlett

Xavier Bartlett [Source: @cricketcomau/x.com]

The Australian seamer has been in a brilliant form in this series. Xavier Bartlett has picked up wickets consistently in the series and has done it in crucial stages. He has been consistent with his bowling displays and will once again be a vital cog in this game. 

Xavier Bartlett's recent form and stats

2. Usman Khan

Usman Khan [Source: @MultanSultans/x.com]

The young middle-order batter played a dynamic knock in the last match under pressure. Usman Khan has the ability to hit the bowlers from the beginning of his innings and increase the scoring rate for his team. The right-handed batter can change the complexion of match with his rapid scoring rate. 

Usman Khan's recent form and stats

1. Spencer Jhonson

The Australian left-arm pacer played a key role in destroying the Pakistan batting line-up. Spencer Johnson finished his spell with five wickets for 26 runs and tilted the game completely in favour of the home side. He has the form and momentum to be a match-winner in the last T20I match.

Spencer Johnson's recent form and stats

Conclusion

The bowlers have dominated the series so far and hence based on the current performances we have two bowlers in this list. However, the pitch at the Bellerive Oval might act in favour of the batters. So, players like Matt Short, Jake Fraser-McGurk, Shaheenzada Farhan and Marcus Stoinis could be the game-changing factors here. 

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