Mitch Marsh reflects on Zimbabwe roots before 100th ODI

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Mitch Marsh reflects on Zimbabwe roots before 100th ODI
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Mitch Marsh is set to play his 100th ODI for Australia in Zimbabwe, a country significant in his childhood. Marsh lived in Harare for three years during his father's coaching tenure with the national team. Ahead of the ODI series, he reminisced about his childhood experiences there, including bonding with local boys like the Curran brothers. Marsh aims to create a supportive environment for younger teammates as they embark on their international careers. His connection to Zimbabwe also extends to a long-standing friendship with Riley Pattison, who also moved to Australia from Zimbabwe.

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  • Marsh's 100th ODI takes place in Zimbabwe this week.
  • He lived in Harare during his father's coaching stint.
  • Marsh played cricket with future international players.
  • He emphasizes support for young Australian talent.
  • Marsh maintains a friendship with Riley Pattison from Zimbabwe.
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Cricket was also a big part of Marsh's life in Harare. He spent hours at Harare Sports Club playing cricket with Tom, Ben and Sam Curran, the sons of his father's coaching assistant Kevin Curran. All three later played international cricket. Tom and Sam represented England, while Ben played for Zimbabwe. Marsh's Zimbabwe counterpart Sikandar Raza joked that he was "practically a local".

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