Australia and South Africa face off each other in the ODI series starting with the first ODI in Cairns on August 19 from 10:00 AM IST. The Aussies have won the T20I series 2-1.
The visitors after losing the T20I series, are itching to make a comeback in the ODIs. The core of the visitors very much remains the same. Dewald Brevis is part of the ODI squad as well after his batting exploits in the T20I series. Temba Bavuma will lead the side in the ODI series.
For Australia, Mitchell Marsh will continue to lead the side with Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins rested. Steve Smith is also not part of the ODI side, with Marnus Labuschagne replacing him. This Aussie squad has several new faces.
Australia vs South Africa: Where to Watch Live?
Date | 19/08/2025 |
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Time | 10:00 AM IST |
Venue | Cazaly Stadium, Cairns |
Streaming | Jio Hotstar |
Broadcast | Star Sports Network |
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Australia vs South Africa: Cazaly’s Stadium Pitch Report
The venue hosted its first-ever T20I match. The Cazaly’s stadium has already hosted five ODIS before this game with 267 runs being the highest score registered. The wicket has true pace and bounce and has something for the bowlers too as the match goes on. There is no rain threat for this game. This is expected to be a high-scoring contest.
Australia vs South Africa: toss updates
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Australia vs South Africa: Playing 11
Australia
Mitchell Marsh, Travis Head, Cameron Green, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis, Alex Carey, Matthew Short, Nathan Ellis, Ben Dwarshuis, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa
South Africa
Temba Bavuma (c), Aiden Markram, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Lhuan-dre Pretorius, Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Wiaan Mulder, Corbin Bosch, Kagiso Rabada, Keshav Maharaj, Lungi Ngidi
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