Ricky Ponting believes there is an argument for reducing the number of one-day internationals in Australia each summer

To achieve the same undefeated run with a young, developing squad this season has meant a lot to Ponting, who is now 35 and moulding a group he hopes can take back the Ashes and defend the World Cup within the next year

In a summer of big one-day wins, Australia saved their heftiest victory for last.

Steven Smith is looking forward to his first ODI