Ponting’s Superb Ton Under Pressure Sealed Thriller | Trescothick & Knight’s Grand Stand For England

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England posted a strong 268/4 in 50 overs.

Nick Knight (84, 7 fours, 1 six) – stylish knock, also crossed 2000 ODI runs.

Marcus Trescothick (69, 6 fours, 1 six) – aggressive half-century, unlucky run out.

The duo added a brilliant 137-run stand for the 2nd wicket.

Later, Ben Hollioake (37 off 32)* & Owais Shah (28 off 25)* powered England with a late flourish of 70 runs in 45 balls.

Brett Lee (2/56) was Australia’s most successful bowler.

👉 Australia Run Chase (269 Target):

Australia stumbled early at 16/1 as Gilchrist (12) fell.

Ricky Ponting (102 off 116, 9 fours, 2 sixes) – a magnificent century, guiding Australia.

Mark Waugh (46) and Damien Martyn (46) played crucial support knocks.

At 198/3, Ponting was run out – giving England hope.

Andrew Symonds (23) fell quickly, leaving Aus at 230/5.

Needing 29 off 29 balls, the pressure was immense.

🔥 The Finish:

Ian Harvey (26 off 23, 1 six)* hit a vital six off Hollioake in the 49th over.

Steve Waugh (19 off 25)* kept his cool to hit the winning runs.

Australia got home with 3 balls to spare (272/5 in 49.3 overs) in a thrilling chase.

🏆 Result: Australia won by 5 wickets.
⭐ Man of the Match: Ricky Ponting – match-winning century.

✅ Key Highlights:

Ponting’s superb 102 under pressure 💯

Trescothick & Knight’s 137-run partnership

Harvey’s six in the penultimate over

England’s 7th successive ODI defeat 😮

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