First ODI between Australia and Zimbabwe in Townsville: hosts triumphed by five wickets

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Zimbabwe versus. Australia, first ODI Highlights: Australia beat the opposition by five wickets after completing the 201-run target in 33.3 overs, led by David Warner's high score of 57

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As Australia reached the 201-run mark in 33.3 overs to win the match by five wickets, David Warner top-scored with 57

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Report on the toss: On Sunday in Townsville, Australia's captain Aaron Finch won the toss and elected to bowl against Zimbabwe.

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The home team is the overwhelming favourite in the opening game against a squad that hasn't participated in an Australian series since 2004.

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On a cloudy morning in the city of North Queensland, the Australians will be counting on their strong speed combo of Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood to get things started.

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We'll try to utilise the first 10 overs; I think the rest of it will be quite excellent, said Finch

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Sean Williams, a crucial batsman for Zimbabwe, is not available due to an injury.

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Aaron Finch, the captain, Steven Smith, David Warner, Alex Carey, Marcus Stoinis, Mitchell Marsh, Glenn Maxwell, Cameron Green, Mitchell Starc, Adam Zampa, and Josh Hazlewood are all members of Australia.

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Innocent Kaia, Tadiwanashe Marumani, Wesley Madhevere, Tony Munyonga, Sikandar Raza, Regis Chakabva (captain), Ryan Burl, Luke Jongwe, Brad Evans, Richard Ngarava, and Victor Nyauchi members of the Zimbabwean team.

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