Mike Hussey steered Australia to a series-clinching three-wicket win in the third and final one-day international against South Africa at Kingsmead on Friday.
Australia were on top for most of the match but lost wickets at vital times in chasing a modest target of 223. Hussey, though, stood firm in an innings of 45 not out, finishing the contest with a pull for six off Morne Morkel with 15 balls to spare.
“There were a few nerves up in the change room but once again he’s performed under pressure,” said Australian captain Michael Clarke of Hussey’s effort. Both teams struggled to score quickly on a pitch which had bounce but lacked pace, especially after the shine was off the two white balls used in each innings.
