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Tue Sep 24 20:40:52 UTC 2024: ## Australia Drop Travis Head for Third ODI Against England
**Chester-le-Street, UK:** In a surprising move, Australia has opted to rest star batsman Travis Head for the crucial third ODI against England at the Riverside Ground. Head, who smashed a century in the first ODI and a quick-fire cameo in the second, will be replaced by all-rounder Cameron Green.
Australian captain Mitchell Marsh attributed Head’s absence to soreness, while leg spinner Adam Zampa has been ruled out due to illness, with Sean Abbott taking his place.
The decision to drop Head, who has been in exceptional form, is a blow for the visitors who are aiming to secure a series victory. England, on the other hand, will be relieved to see Head sidelined, given their struggles in the first two ODIs.
The hosts, desperate to avoid a series whitewash, will be hoping to capitalize on the absence of Head and Zampa as they look to claim their first win in the series.
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