07/04Abandoned

3rd unofficial ODI, South Africa A tour of Australia at Melbourne, Apr 8 2003

Match abandoned without a ball bowled

Match Details

no toss

Australia A led the 5-match series 2-0

8 April 2003 (50-over match)

Match Notes

- Constant drizzle made the bowler's run-ups at the Albert Ground too wet and unsafe for play to commence.

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