Published on: Aug 18, 2025 4:46 pm IST|Updated on: Aug 18, 2025 4:46 pm IST
The T20I series is done and dusted, with the hosts, Australia, clinching the series 2-1 by winning a nail-biting third T20I at Cazaly’s Stadium in Cairns. The two teams will now stay back in Cairns for the next assignment of this tour, i.e., the ODI series. The first game of the three-match ODI series is all set to be played at Cazaly’s Stadium in Cairns.
Australia has been dominant in T20Is in recent times, but their fortunes have been indifferent in the format they have dominated over the years, i.e., ODIs. The Aussies have lost their last two ODI series against Pakistan at home and Sri Lanka away from home. Besides the two ODI series losses, the Aussies failed to deliver in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, a tournament where they were blown out by team India in the semifinals. With a patchy ODI form to show, the Aussies are desperate to turn the tables around in a home series against an exuberant South African side.
South Africa, on the other hand, would be out for redemption after losing the T20I series by a whisker. The team led by Temba Bavuma would be aiming to bounce back in the ODIs and pose more than a threat to the hosts. Going by numbers, South Africa has dominated Australia in the last 5 ODI meetings by winning three games by margins exceeding 100 runs. They will look to extend their dominance over the Aussies in ODIs, and winning the first encounter of this series would be a perfect start to kick off their ICC World Cup 2027 preparations campaign.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the AUS vs SA Dream11 prediction.
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Date: 19th August 2025 Time: 10:00 AM IST Venue: Cazaly’s Stadium, Cairns
Matches Played: 110 AUS won: 51 SA won: 55 No Result: 1 Tied: 3
A total of 110 matches have been played between Australia and South Africa, showcasing a rich cricketing history between these two cricketing giants. South Africa is the only team that leads the head-to-head record against ODI giants by winning 55 encounters, whereas Australia has 51 victories to their name. Three games between the two sides have ended in a tie, whereas one ended without a result, which came in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
Cazaly’s Stadium offers a slower surface compared to most Australian venues, making batting a bit tricky—especially in the early overs. Seamers who hit hard lengths and spinners who vary pace tend to thrive here. The average first-innings score is around 189, with the highest total recorded at 267. Chasing teams have had slightly better success, with 3 out of 5 ODIs won by the side bowling first. Given the venue’s history, captains may lean toward batting first to avoid the pressure of chasing on a sluggish pitch. Expect a low-to-mid scoring contest unless the top order finds rhythm early.
AUS vs SA Team News and Expected Playing XI
AUS Expected Playing XI: Mitchell Marsh (C), Travis Head, Cameron Green, Marnus Labuschagne, Josh Inglis (WK), Alex Carey, Aaron Hardie, Xavier Bartlett/Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
SA Expected Playing XI: Temba Bavuma (C), Ryan Rickelton, Matthew Breetzke, Aiden Markram, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Wiaan Mulder, Keshav Maharaj, Kagiso Rabada, Nandre Burger, Lungi Ngidi
As per the betting odds provided by top bookies, the hosts, Australia, are the favorites to win this contest and go 1-0 up in the three-match series.
The clash between South Africa and Australia will take place on Tuesday, August 19, at 10:00 AM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the JioHotstar app. The TV live streaming will take place on Star Sports Channels.
Wicket-keepers: Ryan Rickelton, Alex Carey Batters: Aiden Markram, Matthew Breetzke, Temba Bavuma, Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh All-Rounders: Wiaan Mulder Bowlers: Kagiso Rabada, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
C/VC Options- Aiden Markram, Alex Carey, Matthew Breetzke, Adam Zampa