5 things that can help Australia win the 3rd ODI

Solving the Maxwell-Faulkner problem

Can Maxwell and Faulkner find their new roles in the team?

It's a tricky thing to carry the baggage of reputations. Both Maxwell and Faulkner have had good run against India in the past but Smith would be keeping an eye on their current contributions. Credit to Maxwell, who picked up Kuldeep quite well but lost his wicket as soon as he looked promising in Chennai. At 5, he has evolve his role-to do more than looking for the boundaries- and learn to play according to the situation.

Maxwell had recently made a comeback after a phase in which he found himself dropped from even the Sheffield side. Another failed attempt could mean Australian selectors would stop expecting electrifying Maxwell shows and move on for a fresh contender. Smith should probably have a word with Maxwell to identify his role in the batting order-and if needed, play Stoinis above Maxwell.

Like Maxwell, Faulkner is struggling to meet the benchmark of his younger self. His toothless bowling- despite a decent batting outing- made Smith sit him out in the second game and try Richardson to shore up bowling strength. If Faulkner is drafted back, his role as a third seamer would be crucial, more so if Australia decide to stick with Agar over Zampa. Faulkner should understand that he is no more the first-choice all-rounder and it'll help his case he if too finds out his exact role in the comeback stint.