Published on: Aug 9, 2025 6:46 pm IST|Updated on: Aug 15, 2025 1:37 pm IST
Two powerhouses of world cricket, South Africa and Australia, are all set to go on a collision course in a 3-match T20I series scheduled to get underway from the 10th of August at the Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin. South Africa’s trip to Australia comprises six white ball games, starting with 3 T20Is followed by as many ODIs.
The first two games of the T20I series will take place at Marrara Cricket Ground in Darwin, with the final fixture set to be played at Cazaly’s Stadium in Cairns. Of late, both teams have had contrasting fortunes in the shortest format of the game.
The hosts, Australia, have been terrific in recent times, having won the last 9 of their 10 T20Is. On the other hand, the visitors to South Africa have managed a 50-50 record with 5 wins and as many losses in their last 10 completed T20I fixtures. South Africa vs Australia has always been a high-stakes clash, irrespective of the format. When these two teams collide, they ensure that they bring out the best versions of themselves, and this series won’t be any different.
Get ready for two weeks of intensifying cricket action, which will have drama, excitement, and quality cricket at the helm to make the series one to remember.
Let’s delve deeper into this post for the AUS vs SA Dream11 prediction.
Date: 10th August 2025 Time: 02:45 PM IST Venue: Marrara Cricket Ground, Darwin
Matches Played: 25 AUS won: 17 SA won: 8 No Result: 0
This storied rivalry between South Africa and Australia has been dominated by Australia in recent times, as they have won the last 5 T20Is played between the two. Australia leads the way in overall head-to-head record as well, by winning 17 of the 25 matches, with South Africa winning the remaining 8 fixtures.
The surface at Marrara Cricket Ground is expected to be firm and slightly dry, offering good bounce and carry for fast bowlers early on. Seamers could enjoy some assistance under lights, especially with Darwin’s humid conditions contributing to swing. Batters who settle in can capitalize later in the innings, as the pitch tends to flatten out. While spinners may not find significant turn, they could play a role in controlling the middle overs. A first-innings score in the range of 160–170 should be considered competitive. Overall, the pitch leans slightly in favor of batters, but early breakthroughs with pace could shape the contest. Darwin is all set to host its first-ever T20I.
AUS vs SA Team News and Expected Playing XI
AUS Expected Playing XI: Mitchell Marsh (C), Travis Head, Josh Inglis (WK), Cameron Green, Glenn Maxwell, Mitchell Owen, Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Josh Hazlewood
SA Expected Playing XI: 2Ryan Rickelton (WK), Lhuan Dre-Pretorius, Rassie van der Dussen, Aiden Markram (C), Tristan Stubbs, Dewald Brevis, Corbin Bosch, Senuran Muthusamy/Nqabayomzi, Kagiso Rabada, Lungi Ngidi, Nandre Burger/Kwena Maphaka.
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 Australia and South Africa will take place on Sunday, August 10, at 02:45 PM (IST). Online live streaming will take place on the JioHotstar app. The TV live streaming will take place on Star Sports Channels.
Wicket-keepers: Lhuan Dre-Pretorius, Josh Inglis Batters: Aiden Markram, Travis Head, Dewald Brevis, Tristan Stubbs, Cameron Green All-Rounders: Glenn Maxwell Bowlers: Nathan Ellis, Adam Zampa, Kagiso Rabada
C/VC Options- Nathan Ellis, Lhuan Dre-Pretorius, Dewald Brevis, Josh Inglis