Labuschagne's Flop! Aussie Top Order Collapses in ODI Chase!

Australia's top order crumbled under pressure in their ODI chase against South Africa at Great Barrier Reef Arena in Mackay. Travis Head (6) and Marnus Labuschagne (1) fell cheaply, leaving the Aussies reeling at 2/7 in pursuit of the Proteas' 277. The pressure is on as Australia needs to win to keep the three-match series alive.

Head was caught after skying a slog, while Labuschagne edged a wide delivery from Lungi Ngidi to the keeper. Australia's situation could have been worse if Tristan Stubbs hadn't dropped Cameron Green early on. Mitchell Marsh also received a reprieve but failed to capitalize, falling for 18.

Earlier, Labuschagne contributed with the ball, taking 2/19 with his leg spin, helping to slow down the Proteas' innings. Adam Zampa took three wickets, and Cameron Green grabbed four excellent catches in the outfield.

Matthew Breetzke top-scored for South Africa with 88 off 78 balls, continuing his impressive start to his ODI career. He's the first male cricketer to score a fifty in his first four ODI appearances. He also broke the record for most runs scored in a batter's first four ODIs, surpassing Temba Bavuma's previous record.

Breetzke was eventually caught with 19 overs remaining, ending his impressive innings. The match is finely poised, and Australia will need a significant recovery to secure the win and stay in the series.