Williamson returns from injury with handy 37 as New Zealand make 158 for 7
Australia 159 for 7 (Smith 35, Santner 3-22) beat New Zealand 158 for 7 (Williamson 37, Mitchell 35, Richardson 3-24) by three wickets
Australia used just five bowlers on the night. While Richardson stood out with his 3 for 24 in his four overs, Mitchell Starc went at 7.50 per over in his four. The third seamer Marsh, however, bore the brunt of the New Zealand batters, conceding 53 runs in his full quota. Adam Zampa was the best spinner for Australia, with his 2 for 17 that included Williamson and Guptill’s wickets, while left-arm spinner Agar removed Glenn Phillips in his 1 for 34.
New Zealand – in Group 1 for the main event – now face England in another practice match on October 20 while Australia – in Group B – play India on the same day.