Snubbed Janneman Malan clinches South Africa series win over Australia

Australia dismissed for 271 despite 69 runs apiece by captain Aaron Finch and D'Arcy Short

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Khawaja had sustained a hamstring injury during the match against South Africa on Saturday.

Du Plessis hit 100 in a total of 325-6 that proved just enough to give the Proteas a 10-run win over Australia.

Australia overwhelmed England in their group stage meeting at Lord's but, significantly, the hosts were without Jason Roy that day.

Earlier, South Africa got off to a brilliant start as openers, Quinton de Kock and Aiden Markram formed a 79-run partnership.

Australia have the magnificent World Cup campaign so far as they won seven matches and lost only to India.

A win over South Africa would almost certainly mean Australia lock in a semi-final against New Zealand at the same ground.

Then-captain Smith and Warner, his deputy, were hit with year-long bans by Cricket Australia for their roles in a sandpaper scandal.

Victory over the Proteas at Old Trafford would ensure the defending champions remain top of the standings.

Adam Voges would now line up in Western Australia's day-night Sheffield Shield clash against Queensland.